| ZIP Code | 33948 |
|---|---|
| City | Port Charlotte |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Charlotte County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 26.985889 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.151742 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.4 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 29.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.9% ▲ 61% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 58 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,941 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 2,751 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 2,659 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,337 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,087 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,788 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $279,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,384/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,297 |
| Vacant Units | 1,365 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,297 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,365 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 33948 is located in Port Charlotte, Florida, within Charlotte County. With a population of 18,732, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.4 years. Economically, 33948 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,788 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33948 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $279,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,384 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 33948 is primarily White (78.84%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33948 stands at 7.9%, which is significantly above the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 33948 in Port Charlotte, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,732 residents, a median household income of $60,788, and a median home value of $279,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.