| ZIP Code | 33811 |
|---|---|
| City | Lakeland |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Polk County |
| Area Code | 863 |
| Elevation | 132 ft |
| Latitude | 27.978876 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.015892 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12105 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.0% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 512 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,930 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 2,502 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 2,102 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,560 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,991 (32.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,821 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,256/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,869 |
| Vacant Units | 629 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,869 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 629 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 33811 is located in Lakeland, Florida, within Polk County. With a population of 28,456, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.7 years. Economically, 33811 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,821 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33811 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $289,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,256 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 33811 is majority White (63.29%). Residents are well-educated — 46.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33811 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 33811 in Lakeland, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,456 residents, a median household income of $85,821, and a median home value of $289,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.