| ZIP Code | 34239 |
|---|---|
| City | Sarasota |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Sarasota County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 16 ft |
| Latitude | 27.310893 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.521168 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.4 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.8% ▲ 41% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 84 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,610 (24.4%) |
| Some College | 750 (7%) |
| Associates | 1,402 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 983 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,887 (45.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,378 ≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $418,300 ▲ 50% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,522/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,044 |
| Vacant Units | 1,179 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,044 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,179 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 34239 is located in Sarasota, Florida, within Sarasota County. With a population of 14,795, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.4 years. Economically, 34239 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,378 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34239 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $418,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,522 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 34239 is primarily White (79.49%). Residents are well-educated — 54.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34239 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 34239 in Sarasota, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,795 residents, a median household income of $76,378, and a median home value of $418,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.