| ZIP Code | 33971 |
|---|---|
| City | Lehigh Acres |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 26.638858 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.700343 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.41 |
| Below Poverty | 11.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 612 (3.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,290 (39.7%) |
| Some College | 1,573 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 2,112 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,746 (17.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,527 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,784 ≈ Avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $271,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,678/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,802 |
| Vacant Units | 518 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,802 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 518 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.41 |
ZIP code 33971 is located in Lehigh Acres, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 28,377, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 33971 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,784 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33971 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $271,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,678 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 33971 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 49.2%. Residents are moderately educated — 33.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.1%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33971 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 33971 in Lehigh Acres, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,377 residents, a median household income of $72,784, and a median home value of $271,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.