US ZIP Code
33438

Canal Point, FL

Palm Beach County  ·  Florida

● Active
👥 439 Population ↑ 20% since 2019
🎂 37.8 Median Age ↓ 22% since 2019
🏠 $87,100 Median Home Value
▼ 69% below avg ↓ 19% since 2019
🎓 41.8% College Grads
▲ 8% above avg
📊 18.9% Unemployment
▲ 287% above avg ↓ 37% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code33438
CityCanal Point
StateFlorida (FL)
CountyPalm Beach County
Area Code561/728
Elevation7 ft
Latitude26.976388
Longitude-80.523513
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS12099
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.5% (226) Female 48.5% (213) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 31%Hispanic: 44.9%Black: 13.9%Asian: 10.3%Race
White31.0%
Hispanic44.9%
Black13.9%
Asian10.3%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
6%
18–24
3%
25–44
40%
45–64
21%
65+
16%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.8 yrs ↓ 22% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.39
Below Poverty17.1% ▲ 71% above avg
College Grads41.8% ▲ 8% above avg
Unemployment18.9% ▲ 287% above avg
HS Graduate37 (14.9%)
Some College84 (33.7%)
Associates24 (9.6%)
Bachelors9 (3.6%)
Graduate Degree95 (38.2%)

Education

HS Grad: 14.9%Some College: 33.7%Associates: 9.6%Bachelors: 3.6%Graduate: 38.2%Edu
HS Grad14.9%
Some College33.7%
Associates9.6%
Bachelors3.6%
Graduate38.2%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 56.5%Renter: 43.5%Tenure
Owner56.5%
Renter43.5%

Home Value Distribution

$50k–100k
91%
$100k–150k
9%

Financials

Median Home Value$87,100 ▼ 69% below avg ↓ 19% since 2019
Median Rent$1,275/mo
Total Units243
Vacant Units59
Avg HH Size2.39

Income Distribution

Under $25k
32%
$50k–75k
21%
$100k–150k
34%
$150k–200k
12%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
87%
Public Transit
13%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
35%
15–30 min
32%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
18%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
25%
1960s–1970s
6%
2000+
69%

Summary

Total Units243
Vacant59
Owner Occupied56.5%
Renter Occupied43.5%
Avg HH Size2.39
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 33438 is in Canal Point, FL, in Palm Beach County.
ZIP code 33438 is located in Florida (FL).
ZIP code 33438 is in Palm Beach County, FL.
ZIP 33438 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 33438 is 439 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
The median home value in ZIP 33438 is $87,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 33438

ZIP code 33438 is located in Canal Point, Florida, within Palm Beach County. With a population of 439, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years.

Real estate in ZIP code 33438 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $87,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,275 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.5%) and renters (43.5%). Median home values have decreased by 19% since 2019.

The population of 33438 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 44.9%. Residents are well-educated — 41.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.1%.

The unemployment rate in 33438 stands at 18.9%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.

Overall, ZIP code 33438 in Canal Point, FL is characterized as well-educated, and a relatively young community.