| ZIP Code | 34429 |
|---|---|
| City | Crystal River |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Citrus County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 1 ft |
| Latitude | 28.867281 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.662032 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 63.7 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.3% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.0% ▲ 104% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 78 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,650 (36.5%) |
| Some College | 965 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 1,008 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 594 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,967 (27.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,716 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $220,300 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 74% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,070/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,458 |
| Vacant Units | 1,215 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,458 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,215 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 34429 is located in Crystal River, Florida, within Citrus County. With a population of 9,494, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 63.7 years. Economically, 34429 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,716 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34429 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $220,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,070 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 74% since 2019.
The population of 34429 is primarily White (88.38%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.3%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34429 stands at 10.0%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 34429 in Crystal River, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,494 residents, a median household income of $57,716, and a median home value of $220,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.