| ZIP Code | 33957 |
|---|---|
| City | Sanibel |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Latitude | 26.460477 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.100381 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 68.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.93 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.6% ▲ 72% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,345 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 129 (2.2%) |
| Associates | 457 (7.9%) |
| Bachelors | 314 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,532 (61.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $122,730 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $912,200 ▲ 227% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $747/mo ↓ 52% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,525 |
| Vacant Units | 5,216 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,525 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5,216 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
ZIP code 33957 is located in Sanibel, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 6,402, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 68.2 years. Economically, 33957 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $122,730 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33957 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $912,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $747 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 33957 is primarily White (95.13%). Residents are highly educated — 66.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33957 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 33957 in Sanibel, FL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,402 residents, a median household income of $122,730, and a median home value of $912,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.