| ZIP Code | 33809 |
|---|---|
| City | Lakeland |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Polk County |
| Area Code | 863 |
| Elevation | 119 ft |
| Latitude | 28.202419 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.955621 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12105 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 424 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,085 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 2,550 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 2,971 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,541 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,547 (27.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,112 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $248,700 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,492/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,647 |
| Vacant Units | 1,014 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,647 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,014 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 33809 is located in Lakeland, Florida, within Polk County. With a population of 30,498, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.6 years. Economically, 33809 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,112 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33809 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $248,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,492 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 33809 is majority White (63.37%). Residents are well-educated — 40.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.9%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33809 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 33809 in Lakeland, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,498 residents, a median household income of $67,112, and a median home value of $248,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.