| ZIP Code | 34981 |
|---|---|
| City | Fort Pierce |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | St. Lucie County |
| Area Code | 772 |
| Elevation | 17 ft |
| Latitude | 27.393278 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.372054 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↓ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.05 |
| Below Poverty | 18.8% ▲ 88% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,256 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 423 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 472 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 377 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,091 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,052 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $369,100 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,402/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,069 |
| Vacant Units | 85 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.05 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,069 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 85 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.05 |
ZIP code 34981 is located in Fort Pierce, Florida, within St. Lucie County. With a population of 6,167, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 34981 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,052 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34981 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $369,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,402 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.5%) and renters (41.5%). Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 34981 is majority White (53.19%). Residents are well-educated — 40.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.8%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34981 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 34981 in Fort Pierce, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 6,167 residents, a median household income of $64,052, and a median home value of $369,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.