| ZIP Code | 33830 |
|---|---|
| City | Bartow |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Polk County |
| Area Code | 863 |
| Elevation | 88 ft |
| Latitude | 27.883187 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.810993 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12105 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.7% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 366 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,689 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 2,903 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 2,631 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,141 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,865 (19.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,636 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $207,900 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,017/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,989 |
| Vacant Units | 1,088 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,989 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,088 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 33830 is located in Bartow, Florida, within Polk County. With a population of 32,738, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.2 years. Economically, 33830 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,636 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33830 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $207,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,017 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 33830 is majority White (54.60%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33830 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 33830 in Bartow, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 32,738 residents, a median household income of $62,636, and a median home value of $207,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.