| ZIP Code | 32608 |
|---|---|
| City | Gainesville |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Alachua County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 76 ft |
| Latitude | 29.59023 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.396199 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.2 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 68.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 175 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,036 (13.9%) |
| Some College | 2,340 (8%) |
| Associates | 2,551 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,733 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,263 (55.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,182 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $340,200 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,357/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 25,939 |
| Vacant Units | 2,971 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 25,939 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,971 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 32608 is located in Gainesville, Florida, within Alachua County. With a population of 53,966, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.2 years. Economically, 32608 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,182 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32608 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $340,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,357 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.8%) and renters (59.2%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 32608 is majority White (55.11%). Residents are highly educated — 68.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.5%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32608 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 32608 in Gainesville, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 53,966 residents, a median household income of $60,182, and a median home value of $340,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.