| ZIP Code | 33917 |
|---|---|
| City | North Fort Myers |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 17 ft |
| Latitude | 26.748095 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.846151 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 218 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,266 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 3,584 (15%) |
| Associates | 4,415 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,580 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,810 (20.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,198 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $170,100 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,320/mo ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,789 |
| Vacant Units | 3,877 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,789 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,877 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
ZIP code 33917 is located in North Fort Myers, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 31,902, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.3 years. Economically, 33917 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,198 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33917 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $170,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,320 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 33917 is primarily White (84.70%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.4%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33917 stands at 2.9%, 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 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 33917 in North Fort Myers, FL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,902 residents, a median household income of $54,198, and a median home value of $170,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.