| ZIP Code | 34228 |
|---|---|
| City | Longboat Key |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Manatee County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 27.400457 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.644175 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 71.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.80 |
| Below Poverty | 4.5% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.9% ▲ 88% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 812 (11.8%) |
| Some College | 261 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 801 (11.6%) |
| Bachelors | 424 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,605 (66.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,365 ▲ 88% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $959,200 ▲ 244% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,969/mo ↑ 83% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,865 |
| Vacant Units | 5,693 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,865 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5,693 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.80 |
ZIP code 34228 is located in Longboat Key, Florida, within Manatee County. With a population of 7,512, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 71.5 years. Economically, 34228 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,365 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34228 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $959,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,969 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 34228 is primarily White (93.40%). Residents are highly educated — 72.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.5%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34228 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 43% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 38%.
Overall, ZIP code 34228 in Longboat Key, FL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,512 residents, a median household income of $143,365, and a median home value of $959,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.