| ZIP Code | 32459 |
|---|---|
| City | Santa Rosa Beach |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Walton County |
| Area Code | 448/850 |
| Elevation | 21 ft |
| Latitude | 30.360577 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.185591 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.3% ▲ 58% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 85 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,994 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 1,128 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 1,848 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,884 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,685 (49.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,067 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $613,100 ▲ 120% above avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,165/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,700 |
| Vacant Units | 8,415 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,700 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 8,415 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 32459 is located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, within Walton County. With a population of 22,104, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.2 years. Economically, 32459 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,067 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32459 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $613,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,165 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 32459 is primarily White (84.12%). Residents are highly educated — 61.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32459 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 32459 in Santa Rosa Beach, FL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,104 residents, a median household income of $101,067, and a median home value of $613,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.