| ZIP Code | 33901 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Myers |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 15 ft |
| Latitude | 26.623381 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.883191 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 20.1% ▲ 101% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 498 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,156 (33.6%) |
| Some College | 1,779 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 1,710 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,276 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,904 (32%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,579 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $280,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,291/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,709 |
| Vacant Units | 2,279 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,709 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,279 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 33901 is located in Fort Myers, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 24,401, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.4 years. Economically, 33901 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,579 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33901 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $280,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,291 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.3%) and renters (55.7%). Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 33901 is majority White (50.17%). Residents are well-educated — 40.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.1%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33901 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 33901 in Fort Myers, FL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 24,401 residents, a median household income of $51,579, and a median home value of $280,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.