| ZIP Code | 34229 |
|---|---|
| City | Osprey |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Sarasota County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 16 ft |
| Latitude | 27.191211 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.484136 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 65.5 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.06 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.8% ▲ 67% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,358 (21.9%) |
| Some College | 372 (6%) |
| Associates | 438 (7.1%) |
| Bachelors | 411 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,598 (58.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,949 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $635,800 ▲ 128% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,008/mo ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,662 |
| Vacant Units | 1,146 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,662 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,146 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
ZIP code 34229 is located in Osprey, Florida, within Sarasota County. With a population of 7,237, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 65.5 years. Economically, 34229 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,949 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34229 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $635,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,008 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 34229 is primarily White (90.59%). Residents are highly educated — 64.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34229 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 34229 in Osprey, FL is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,237 residents, a median household income of $93,949, and a median home value of $635,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.