US ZIP Code
33801

Lakeland, FL

Polk County  ·  Florida

● Active
👥 33,460 Population ↓ 3% since 2019
💰 $49,210 Median HH Income
▼ 36% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019
🎂 33.4 Median Age
🏠 $138,700 Median Home Value
▼ 50% below avg ↑ 63% since 2019
🎓 25.8% College Grads
▼ 34% below avg
📊 5.3% Unemployment
▲ 9% above avg ↓ 37% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code33801
CityLakeland
StateFlorida (FL)
CountyPolk County
Area Code863
Elevation135 ft
Latitude28.035979
Longitude-81.899636
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS12105
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.8% (16,339) Female 51.2% (17,121) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 59.7%Hispanic: 19.4%Black: 15.5%Asian: 1.2%Other: 3.1%Race
White59.7%
Hispanic19.4%
Black15.5%
Asian1.2%
Other3.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
14%
18–24
20%
25–44
23%
45–64
22%
65+
7%

Key Indicators

Median Age33.4 yrs
Avg Household Size2.43
Below Poverty19.8% ▲ 98% above avg
College Grads25.8% ▼ 34% below avg
Unemployment5.3% ▲ 9% above avg
No HS Diploma573 (3.2%)
HS Graduate7,114 (39.5%)
Some College2,869 (15.9%)
Associates2,817 (15.6%)
Bachelors1,610 (8.9%)
Graduate Degree3,031 (16.8%)

Education

No HS: 3.2%HS Grad: 39.5%Some College: 15.9%Associates: 15.6%Bachelors: 8.9%Graduate: 16.8%Edu
No HS3.2%
HS Grad39.5%
Some College15.9%
Associates15.6%
Bachelors8.9%
Graduate16.8%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 50.3%Renter: 49.8%Tenure
Owner50.3%
Renter49.8%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
15%
$50k–100k
20%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
14%
$200k–300k
21%
$300k–500k
8%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$49,210 ▼ 36% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019
Median Home Value$138,700 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 63% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,100/mo ↑ 32% since 2019
Total Units15,365
Vacant Units3,583
Avg HH Size2.43

Income Distribution

Under $25k
23%
$25k–50k
24%
$50k–75k
23%
$75k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
10%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
2%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
81%
Public Transit
0%
Walked
5%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
28%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
15%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
19%
1960s–1970s
20%
1980s–1990s
7%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units15,365
Vacant3,583
Owner Occupied50.3%
Renter Occupied49.8%
Avg HH Size2.43
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 33801 is in Lakeland, FL, in Polk County.
ZIP code 33801 is located in Florida (FL).
ZIP code 33801 is in Polk County, FL.
ZIP 33801 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 33801 is 33,460 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 33801 is $49,210 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 33801 is $138,700 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 33801

ZIP code 33801 is located in Lakeland, Florida, within Polk County. With a population of 33,460, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.4 years. Economically, 33801 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,210 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 33801 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $138,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,100 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.3%) and renters (49.8%). Median home values have increased by 63% since 2019.

The population of 33801 is majority White (59.68%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.8%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 33801 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.

Overall, ZIP code 33801 in Lakeland, FL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,460 residents, a median household income of $49,210, and a median home value of $138,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.