| ZIP Code | 33538 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Panasoffkee |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Sumter County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 52 ft |
| Latitude | 28.849949 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.18511 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 22.7% ▲ 127% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.9% ▼ 33% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 29 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,532 (38.9%) |
| Some College | 774 (19.7%) |
| Associates | 583 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 351 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 669 (17%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,951 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $157,200 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 85% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,005/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,409 |
| Vacant Units | 707 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,409 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 707 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
ZIP code 33538 is located in Lake Panasoffkee, Florida, within Sumter County. With a population of 5,748, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.6 years. Economically, 33538 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,951 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33538 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $157,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,005 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 85% since 2019.
The population of 33538 is primarily White (87.23%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.7%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33538 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 33538 in Lake Panasoffkee, FL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,748 residents, a median household income of $48,951, and a median home value of $157,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.