| ZIP Code | 34231 |
|---|---|
| City | Sarasota |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Sarasota County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 16 ft |
| Latitude | 27.265984 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.516583 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 160 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,632 (27.1%) |
| Some College | 2,866 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 2,936 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 2,388 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,534 (38.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,721 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $363,400 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,707/mo ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,017 |
| Vacant Units | 3,488 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,017 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,488 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 34231 is located in Sarasota, Florida, within Sarasota County. With a population of 32,203, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.1 years. Economically, 34231 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,721 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34231 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $363,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,707 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 34231 is primarily White (85.56%). Residents are well-educated — 48.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.9%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34231 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 34231 in Sarasota, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 32,203 residents, a median household income of $69,721, and a median home value of $363,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.