| ZIP Code | 33409 |
|---|---|
| City | West Palm Beach |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Palm Beach County |
| Area Code | 561/728 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 26.715601 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.095886 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,006 (5.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,999 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 2,114 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 3,102 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,910 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,717 (30.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,206 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $282,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 69% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,633/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,715 |
| Vacant Units | 1,766 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,715 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,766 |
| Owner Occupied | 46.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 33409 is located in West Palm Beach, Florida, within Palm Beach County. With a population of 32,921, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 33409 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,206 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33409 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $282,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,633 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.7%) and renters (53.3%). Median home values have increased by 69% since 2019.
The population of 33409 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 35.8%. Residents are well-educated — 40.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33409 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 33409 in West Palm Beach, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 32,921 residents, a median household income of $65,206, and a median home value of $282,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.