| ZIP Code | 34949 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Pierce |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | St. Lucie County |
| Area Code | 772 |
| Latitude | 27.467258 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.299808 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 65.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.79 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.9% ▲ 55% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,351 (20.6%) |
| Some College | 414 (6.3%) |
| Associates | 848 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 848 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,073 (46.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,188 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $427,500 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,484/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,033 |
| Vacant Units | 3,819 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,033 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,819 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
ZIP code 34949 is located in Fort Pierce, Florida, within St. Lucie County. With a population of 7,567, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 65.7 years. Economically, 34949 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,188 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34949 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $427,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,484 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 34949 is primarily White (89.60%). Residents are well-educated — 59.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.9%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34949 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 34949 in Fort Pierce, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,567 residents, a median household income of $92,188, and a median home value of $427,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.