| ZIP Code | 33909 |
|---|---|
| City | Cape Coral |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 26.720347 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.965502 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 262 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,631 (35.9%) |
| Some College | 3,398 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 3,470 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,275 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,018 (25%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,096 ≈ Avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $292,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,773/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,051 |
| Vacant Units | 1,250 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,051 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,250 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 33909 is located in Cape Coral, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 36,917, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38 years. Economically, 33909 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,096 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33909 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $292,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,773 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 33909 is majority White (56.14%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33909 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 33909 in Cape Coral, FL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 36,917 residents, a median household income of $79,096, and a median home value of $292,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.