| ZIP Code | 33055 |
|---|---|
| City | Opa Locka |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Miami-Dade County |
| Area Code | 305/645 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 25.948468 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.278855 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12086 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.19 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,527 (10.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,131 (42.4%) |
| Some College | 1,470 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 3,201 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,372 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,210 (17.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,728 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $341,800 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 69% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,624/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,112 |
| Vacant Units | 471 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,112 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 471 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.19 |
ZIP code 33055 is located in Opa Locka, Florida, within Miami-Dade County. With a population of 37,226, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.1 years. Economically, 33055 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,728 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33055 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $341,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,624 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 69% since 2019.
The population of 33055 is primarily Hispanic (72.36%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33055 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 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 33055 in Opa Locka, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,226 residents, a median household income of $59,728, and a median home value of $341,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.