| ZIP Code | 33905 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Myers |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 16 ft |
| Latitude | 26.667732 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.76395 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 12.3% ▲ 23% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,181 (4.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,183 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 2,867 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 3,149 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,043 (12.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,125 (25%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,009 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,509/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,337 |
| Vacant Units | 2,431 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,337 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,431 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 33905 is located in Fort Myers, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 40,908, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.6 years. Economically, 33905 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,009 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33905 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,509 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 33905 is majority White (53.34%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.3%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33905 stands at 3.1%, 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 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 33905 in Fort Myers, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 40,908 residents, a median household income of $70,009, and a median home value of $260,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.