| ZIP Code | 32603 |
|---|---|
| City | Gainesville |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Alachua County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 119 ft |
| Latitude | 29.653082 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.350386 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 20.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.76 |
| Below Poverty | 36.2% ▲ 262% above avg |
| College Grads | 79.7% ▲ 106% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 40% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 26 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 62 (6.1%) |
| Some College | 20 (2%) |
| Associates | 99 (9.7%) |
| Bachelors | 152 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 658 (64.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $14,580 ▼ 81% below avg ↓ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,500 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 19.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,141/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,963 |
| Vacant Units | 763 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,963 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 763 |
| Owner Occupied | 10.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 89.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.76 |
ZIP code 32603 is located in Gainesville, Florida, within Alachua County. With a population of 6,713, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 20.6 years. Economically, 32603 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $14,580 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32603 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $290,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,141 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 89.6% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods.
The population of 32603 is majority White (63.28%). Residents are highly educated — 79.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 36.2%. Household income has declined by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32603 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 46%.
Overall, ZIP code 32603 in Gainesville, FL is characterized as lower-income, highly educated, and a young community. With 6,713 residents, a median household income of $14,580, and a median home value of $290,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.