| ZIP Code | 33872 |
|---|---|
| City | Sebring |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Highlands County |
| Area Code | 863 |
| Elevation | 166 ft |
| Latitude | 27.505242 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.546028 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 72 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,167 (31.4%) |
| Some College | 1,392 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 1,670 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 880 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,909 (28.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,086 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $193,900 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 84% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,157/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,882 |
| Vacant Units | 1,755 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,882 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,755 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 33872 is located in Sebring, Florida, within Highlands County. With a population of 13,302, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.5 years. Economically, 33872 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,086 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33872 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $193,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,157 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 84% since 2019.
The population of 33872 is majority White (64.53%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 46% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33872 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 33872 in Sebring, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,302 residents, a median household income of $68,086, and a median home value of $193,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.