| ZIP Code | 33404 |
|---|---|
| City | West Palm Beach |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Palm Beach County |
| Area Code | 561/728 |
| Elevation | 15 ft |
| Latitude | 26.781099 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.063244 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 17.6% ▲ 76% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 10.3% ▲ 111% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 186 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,842 (35.4%) |
| Some College | 2,218 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 2,480 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,930 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,652 (29.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,225 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $305,600 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 98% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,507/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,990 |
| Vacant Units | 4,400 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,990 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,400 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 33404 is located in West Palm Beach, Florida, within Palm Beach County. With a population of 30,533, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 33404 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,225 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33404 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $305,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,507 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.4%) and renters (43.6%). Median home values have increased by 98% since 2019.
The population of 33404 is majority Black (63.82%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.6%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33404 stands at 10.3%, which is more than double the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 33404 in West Palm Beach, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 30,533 residents, a median household income of $60,225, and a median home value of $305,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.