| ZIP Code | 33982 |
|---|---|
| City | Punta Gorda |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Charlotte County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 38 ft |
| Latitude | 26.85531 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.667003 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.2% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 54 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,364 (35.3%) |
| Some College | 1,569 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 1,287 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 807 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,446 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,514 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $285,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 129% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,104/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,091 |
| Vacant Units | 1,293 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,091 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,293 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 33982 is located in Punta Gorda, Florida, within Charlotte County. With a population of 12,543, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.1 years. Economically, 33982 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,514 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33982 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $285,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,104 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 129% since 2019.
The population of 33982 is primarily White (81.45%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33982 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 33982 in Punta Gorda, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,543 residents, a median household income of $68,514, and a median home value of $285,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.