| ZIP Code | 33955 |
|---|---|
| City | Punta Gorda |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Charlotte County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 23 ft |
| Latitude | 26.816433 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.993808 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 64.4 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.98 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 32 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,575 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 1,088 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 1,323 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 824 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,687 (31.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,733 ≈ Avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $321,500 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,559/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,872 |
| Vacant Units | 1,811 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.98 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,872 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,811 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.98 |
ZIP code 33955 is located in Punta Gorda, Florida, within Charlotte County. With a population of 10,503, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 64.4 years. Economically, 33955 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,733 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33955 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $321,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,559 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 33955 is primarily White (83.76%). Residents are well-educated — 41.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33955 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 33955 in Punta Gorda, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,503 residents, a median household income of $76,733, and a median home value of $321,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.