| ZIP Code | 33983 |
|---|---|
| City | Punta Gorda |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Charlotte County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 20 ft |
| Latitude | 27.005904 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.01337 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 33.8% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 75% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 160 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,543 (32.7%) |
| Some College | 2,305 (16.6%) |
| Associates | 2,204 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,550 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,147 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,705 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $324,100 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,357/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,114 |
| Vacant Units | 1,318 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,114 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,318 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 33983 is located in Punta Gorda, Florida, within Charlotte County. With a population of 18,230, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.6 years. Economically, 33983 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,705 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33983 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $324,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,357 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 46% since 2019.
The population of 33983 is primarily White (78.07%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33983 stands at 8.6%, which is significantly above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 33983 in Punta Gorda, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,230 residents, a median household income of $67,705, and a median home value of $324,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.