| ZIP Code | 33480 |
|---|---|
| City | Palm Beach |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Palm Beach County |
| Area Code | 561/728 |
| Elevation | 4 ft |
| Latitude | 26.68522 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.037632 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 69.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.69 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.2% ▲ 81% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 50 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,180 (11.9%) |
| Some College | 540 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 1,176 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 613 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,324 (64%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $151,121 ▲ 98% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $1,218,500 ▲ 337% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,840/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,438 |
| Vacant Units | 5,988 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,438 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5,988 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.69 |
ZIP code 33480 is located in Palm Beach, Florida, within Palm Beach County. With a population of 10,901, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 69.4 years. Economically, 33480 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $151,121 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33480 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,218,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,840 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 33480 is primarily White (89.44%). Residents are highly educated — 70.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33480 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 36% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 49%.
Overall, ZIP code 33480 in Palm Beach, FL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,901 residents, a median household income of $151,121, and a median home value of $1,218,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.