| ZIP Code | 34987 |
|---|---|
| City | Port Saint Lucie |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | St. Lucie County |
| Area Code | 772 |
| Elevation | 23 ft |
| Latitude | 27.290285 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.49712 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.6 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.8% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,018 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 1,583 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 1,794 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,417 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,161 (36.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,560 ≈ Avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $430,100 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,994/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,619 |
| Vacant Units | 797 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,619 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 797 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 34987 is located in Port Saint Lucie, Florida, within St. Lucie County. With a population of 17,911, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.6 years. Economically, 34987 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,560 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34987 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $430,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,994 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 34987 is majority White (69.93%). Residents are well-educated — 46.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34987 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 34987 in Port Saint Lucie, FL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,911 residents, a median household income of $79,560, and a median home value of $430,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.