| ZIP Code | 34488 |
|---|---|
| City | Silver Springs |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Marion County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 62 ft |
| Latitude | 29.219283 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.941004 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 18.7% ▲ 87% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.6% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 157 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,470 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 1,589 (21.4%) |
| Associates | 934 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 792 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,473 (19.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,239 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $75,300 ▼ 73% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,098/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,816 |
| Vacant Units | 1,736 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,816 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,736 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 34488 is located in Silver Springs, Florida, within Marion County. With a population of 11,525, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.8 years. Economically, 34488 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,239 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34488 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $75,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,098 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 34488 is primarily White (78.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.7%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34488 stands at 3.6%, 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 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 34488 in Silver Springs, FL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,525 residents, a median household income of $45,239, and a median home value of $75,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.