| ZIP Code | 34217 |
|---|---|
| City | Bradenton Beach |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Manatee County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 27.491178 |
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| Longitude | -82.705018 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 69.2 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.80 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.6% ▲ 75% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 546 (16.3%) |
| Some College | 186 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 355 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 253 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,016 (60.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,278 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $636,300 ▲ 128% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,657/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,940 |
| Vacant Units | 3,848 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,940 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,848 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.80 |
ZIP code 34217 is located in Bradenton Beach, Florida, within Manatee County. With a population of 3,774, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 69.2 years. Economically, 34217 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $90,278 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34217 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $636,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,657 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 8% since 2019.
The population of 34217 is primarily White (91.12%). Residents are highly educated — 67.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34217 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 34217 in Bradenton Beach, FL is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,774 residents, a median household income of $90,278, and a median home value of $636,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.