| ZIP Code | 33956 |
|---|---|
| City | Saint James City |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 6 ft |
| Latitude | 26.537104 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.121707 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 62.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.2% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.3% ▲ 111% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,047 (32.5%) |
| Some College | 763 (23.7%) |
| Associates | 369 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 260 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 779 (24.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,539 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $284,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,259/mo ↑ 92% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,600 |
| Vacant Units | 1,748 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,600 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,748 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
ZIP code 33956 is located in Saint James City, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 3,846, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 62.9 years. Economically, 33956 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,539 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33956 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $284,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,259 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 33956 is primarily White (93.76%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.2% 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 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33956 stands at 10.3%, which is more than double the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 33956 in Saint James City, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,846 residents, a median household income of $64,539, and a median home value of $284,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.