| ZIP Code | 33438 |
|---|---|
| City | Canal Point |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Palm Beach County |
| Area Code | 561/728 |
| Elevation | 7 ft |
| Latitude | 26.976388 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.523513 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs ↓ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 18.9% ▲ 287% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 37 (14.9%) |
| Some College | 84 (33.7%) |
| Associates | 24 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 9 (3.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 95 (38.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $87,100 ▼ 69% below avg ↓ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $1,275/mo |
| Total Units | 243 |
| Vacant Units | 59 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 243 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 59 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
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.