| ZIP Code | 32605 |
|---|---|
| City | Gainesville |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Alachua County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 149 ft |
| Latitude | 29.67918 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.372822 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.5% ▲ 82% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 66 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,861 (11.1%) |
| Some College | 1,315 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 1,689 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,001 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,774 (58.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,114 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $264,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,505/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,651 |
| Vacant Units | 747 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,651 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 747 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 32605 is located in Gainesville, Florida, within Alachua County. With a population of 25,698, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.5 years. Economically, 32605 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,114 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32605 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $264,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,505 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 32605 is majority White (66.53%). Residents are highly educated — 70.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32605 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 32605 in Gainesville, FL is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,698 residents, a median household income of $83,114, and a median home value of $264,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.