| ZIP Code | 32055 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake City |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Columbia County |
| Area Code | 386 |
| Elevation | 117 ft |
| Latitude | 30.270103 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.62413 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 18.7% ▲ 87% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.4% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.7% ▲ 119% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 104 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,533 (36.9%) |
| Some College | 1,755 (18.3%) |
| Associates | 1,372 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 889 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,921 (20.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,328 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $161,200 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $873/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,498 |
| Vacant Units | 1,059 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,498 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,059 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 32055 is located in Lake City, Florida, within Columbia County. With a population of 16,792, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 32055 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,328 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32055 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $161,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $873 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 32055 is majority White (61.37%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.7%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32055 stands at 10.7%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 32055 in Lake City, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,792 residents, a median household income of $57,328, and a median home value of $161,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.