| ZIP Code | 32579 |
|---|---|
| City | Shalimar |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Okaloosa County |
| Area Code | 448/850 |
| Elevation | 38 ft |
| Latitude | 30.445672 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.574308 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.4% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 48% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,550 (21.1%) |
| Some College | 610 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 1,104 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 575 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,499 (47.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $98,014 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $430,400 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,582/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,130 |
| Vacant Units | 605 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,130 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 605 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 32579 is located in Shalimar, Florida, within Okaloosa County. With a population of 10,775, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 32579 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $98,014 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32579 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $430,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,582 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 32579 is primarily White (75.37%). Residents are well-educated — 55.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.9%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32579 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 32579 in Shalimar, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,775 residents, a median household income of $98,014, and a median home value of $430,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.