| ZIP Code | 32456 |
|---|---|
| City | Port Saint Joe |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Gulf County |
| Area Code | 448/850 |
| Elevation | 5 ft |
| Latitude | 29.814542 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -85.306423 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.5 yrs ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.9% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 61 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,442 (24.6%) |
| Some College | 659 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 890 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 584 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,222 (37.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,723 ≈ Avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,100 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,363/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,252 |
| Vacant Units | 2,698 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,252 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,698 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 32456 is located in Port Saint Joe, Florida, within Gulf County. With a population of 7,304, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.5 years. Economically, 32456 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,723 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32456 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $338,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,363 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 32456 is primarily White (87.09%). Residents are well-educated — 47.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32456 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 32456 in Port Saint Joe, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,304 residents, a median household income of $73,723, and a median home value of $338,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.