| ZIP Code | 34974 |
|---|---|
| City | Okeechobee |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Okeechobee County |
| Area Code | 863 |
| Elevation | 14 ft |
| Latitude | 27.148849 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.914061 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.1 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 34% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 328 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,720 (36.2%) |
| Some College | 3,169 (20%) |
| Associates | 1,903 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 1,797 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,900 (18.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,671 ▼ 34% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $162,900 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $958/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,850 |
| Vacant Units | 3,286 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,850 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,286 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 34974 is located in Okeechobee, Florida, within Okeechobee County. With a population of 23,994, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.1 years. Economically, 34974 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $50,671 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34974 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $162,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $958 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 34974 is primarily White (73.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.9%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34974 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 34974 in Okeechobee, FL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,994 residents, a median household income of $50,671, and a median home value of $162,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.