| ZIP Code | 33966 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Myers |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 26.583269 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.834152 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.5% ▲ 46% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 187 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,853 (20.6%) |
| Some College | 943 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 925 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,150 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,922 (43.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,812 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $362,400 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,743/mo ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,472 |
| Vacant Units | 2,020 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,472 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,020 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 33966 is located in Fort Myers, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 11,901, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 33966 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,812 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33966 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $362,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,743 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 33966 is majority White (69.20%). Residents are well-educated — 56.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33966 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 33966 in Fort Myers, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,901 residents, a median household income of $86,812, and a median home value of $362,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.