| ZIP Code | 33498 |
|---|---|
| City | Boca Raton |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Palm Beach County |
| Area Code | 561/728 |
| Elevation | 13 ft |
| Latitude | 26.395299 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.219811 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.07 |
| Below Poverty | 2.2% ▼ 78% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.3% ▲ 71% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 183 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,541 (14.2%) |
| Some College | 709 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 1,229 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 939 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,269 (57.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $129,615 ▲ 70% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $597,100 ▲ 114% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,501/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,840 |
| Vacant Units | 242 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.07 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,840 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 242 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.07 |
ZIP code 33498 is located in Boca Raton, Florida, within Palm Beach County. With a population of 17,192, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 33498 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $129,615 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33498 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $597,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,501 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 33498 is majority White (68.38%). Residents are highly educated — 66.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.2%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33498 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — 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 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 33498 in Boca Raton, FL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,192 residents, a median household income of $129,615, and a median home value of $597,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.