| ZIP Code | 33972 |
|---|---|
| City | Lehigh Acres |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239/863 |
| Elevation | 21 ft |
| Latitude | 26.649272 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.61771 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.48 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.4% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 260 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,828 (39.9%) |
| Some College | 1,175 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 1,119 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,160 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,047 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,239 ≈ Avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,537/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,422 |
| Vacant Units | 684 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,422 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 684 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.48 |
ZIP code 33972 is located in Lehigh Acres, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 16,523, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 33972 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,239 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33972 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $290,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,537 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 33972 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 44.2%. Residents are moderately educated — 33.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.9%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33972 stands at 8.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 33972 in Lehigh Acres, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,523 residents, a median household income of $73,239, and a median home value of $290,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.