| ZIP Code | 34243 |
|---|---|
| City | Sarasota |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Manatee County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 27.400992 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.527943 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.4 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.2% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 116 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,075 (26.1%) |
| Some College | 1,969 (8.5%) |
| Associates | 2,742 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,516 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,875 (42.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,799 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $395,000 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,960/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,287 |
| Vacant Units | 2,710 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,287 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,710 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 34243 is located in Sarasota, Florida, within Manatee County. With a population of 31,773, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.4 years. Economically, 34243 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,799 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34243 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $395,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,960 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 34243 is primarily White (75.89%). Residents are well-educated — 53.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34243 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 34243 in Sarasota, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,773 residents, a median household income of $79,799, and a median home value of $395,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.