| ZIP Code | 34461 |
|---|---|
| City | Lecanto |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Citrus County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 68 ft |
| Latitude | 28.813818 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.483064 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.2% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 59 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,644 (37.9%) |
| Some College | 1,250 (13%) |
| Associates | 1,371 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,008 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,274 (23.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,795 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $287,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,190/mo ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,552 |
| Vacant Units | 708 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,552 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 708 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 34461 is located in Lecanto, Florida, within Citrus County. With a population of 13,289, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.8 years. Economically, 34461 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,795 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34461 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $287,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,190 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 34461 is primarily White (86.51%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34461 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 34461 in Lecanto, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,289 residents, a median household income of $60,795, and a median home value of $287,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.