| ZIP Code | 32966 |
|---|---|
| City | Vero Beach |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Indian River County |
| Area Code | 772 |
| Elevation | 20 ft |
| Latitude | 27.686911 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.715786 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 63.0 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.06 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 43.9% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 99 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,637 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 2,123 (13%) |
| Associates | 2,327 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,867 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,331 (32.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,144 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $264,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 83% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,442/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,887 |
| Vacant Units | 2,219 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,887 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,219 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
ZIP code 32966 is located in Vero Beach, Florida, within Indian River County. With a population of 20,025, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 63 years. Economically, 32966 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,144 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 32966 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $264,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,442 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 83% since 2019.
The population of 32966 is primarily White (82.85%). Residents are well-educated — 43.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 32966 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 32966 in Vero Beach, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,025 residents, a median household income of $63,144, and a median home value of $264,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.