| ZIP Code | 34222 |
|---|---|
| City | Ellenton |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Manatee County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 11 ft |
| Latitude | 27.538955 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.507027 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.7 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 8.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.1% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 265 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,681 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 1,457 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 1,591 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 1,118 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,500 (23.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,105 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $194,300 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 91% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,525/mo ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,931 |
| Vacant Units | 1,722 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,931 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,722 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 34222 is located in Ellenton, Florida, within Manatee County. With a population of 14,529, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.7 years. Economically, 34222 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,105 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34222 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $194,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,525 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 91% since 2019.
The population of 34222 is primarily White (70.12%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.0%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34222 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 34222 in Ellenton, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,529 residents, a median household income of $66,105, and a median home value of $194,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.