| ZIP Code | 33801 |
|---|---|
| City | Lakeland |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Polk County |
| Area Code | 863 |
| Elevation | 135 ft |
| Latitude | 28.035979 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.899636 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12105 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 19.8% ▲ 98% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.8% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 573 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,114 (39.5%) |
| Some College | 2,869 (15.9%) |
| Associates | 2,817 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,610 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,031 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,100/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,365 |
| Vacant Units | 3,583 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,365 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,583 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
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.