US ZIP Code
34685

Palm Harbor, FL

Pinellas County  ·  Florida

● Active
👥 17,895 Population
💰 $87,658 Median HH Income
▲ 15% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019
🎂 48.7 Median Age ↓ 3% since 2019
🏠 $479,400 Median Home Value
▲ 72% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎓 62.9% College Grads
▲ 62% above avg
📊 3.2% Unemployment
▼ 34% below avg ↓ 37% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code34685
CityPalm Harbor
StateFlorida (FL)
CountyPinellas County
Area Code727
Elevation10 ft
Latitude28.093255
Longitude-82.689402
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS12103
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 47.7% (8,527) Female 52.4% (9,368) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 78.8%Hispanic: 8.7%Black: 2.4%Asian: 3.9%Other: 5.5%Race
White78.8%
Hispanic8.7%
Black2.4%
Asian3.9%
Other5.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
16%
18–24
6%
25–44
20%
45–64
29%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age48.7 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.45
Below Poverty5.0% ▼ 51% below avg
College Grads62.9% ▲ 62% above avg
Unemployment3.2% ▼ 34% below avg
No HS Diploma59 (0.5%)
HS Graduate2,074 (16.3%)
Some College1,090 (8.6%)
Associates1,502 (11.8%)
Bachelors1,732 (13.6%)
Graduate Degree6,286 (49.3%)

Education

No HS: 0.5%HS Grad: 16.3%Some College: 8.6%Associates: 11.8%Bachelors: 13.6%Graduate: 49.3%Edu
No HS0.5%
HS Grad16.3%
Some College8.6%
Associates11.8%
Bachelors13.6%
Graduate49.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 76.7%Renter: 23.3%Tenure
Owner76.7%
Renter23.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
0%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
5%
$200k–300k
13%
$300k–500k
31%
Over $500k
47%

Financials

Median HH Income$87,658 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019
Median Home Value$479,400 ▲ 72% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,884/mo ↑ 41% since 2019
Total Units7,924
Vacant Units638
Avg HH Size2.45

Income Distribution

Under $25k
12%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
17%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
10%
Over $200k
19%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
75%
Public Transit
0%
Work From Home
25%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
16%
15–30 min
43%
30–45 min
25%
Over 45 min
16%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
0%
1960s–1970s
20%
1980s–1990s
29%
2000+
51%

Summary

Total Units7,924
Vacant638
Owner Occupied76.7%
Renter Occupied23.3%
Avg HH Size2.45
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 34685 is in Palm Harbor, FL, in Pinellas County.
ZIP code 34685 is located in Florida (FL).
ZIP code 34685 is in Pinellas County, FL.
ZIP 34685 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 34685 is 17,895 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 34685 is $87,658 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 34685 is $479,400 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 34685

ZIP code 34685 is located in Palm Harbor, Florida, within Pinellas County. With a population of 17,895, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.7 years. Economically, 34685 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,658 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 34685 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $479,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,884 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.

The population of 34685 is primarily White (78.80%). Residents are highly educated — 62.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 34685 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.

Overall, ZIP code 34685 in Palm Harbor, FL is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,895 residents, a median household income of $87,658, and a median home value of $479,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.