| ZIP Code | 33908 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Myers |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 1 ft |
| Latitude | 26.510332 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.979563 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 64.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.89 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 127 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,607 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 2,637 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 3,449 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 3,008 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,277 (44.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,711 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $346,200 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,829/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 32,067 |
| Vacant Units | 12,231 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 32,067 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 12,231 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
ZIP code 33908 is located in Fort Myers, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 38,319, this is a highly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 64.1 years. Economically, 33908 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,711 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33908 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $346,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,829 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 33908 is primarily White (87.75%). Residents are well-educated — 53.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33908 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 33908 in Fort Myers, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 38,319 residents, a median household income of $74,711, and a median home value of $346,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.