| ZIP Code | 34990 |
|---|---|
| City | Palm City |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Martin County |
| Area Code | 772 |
| Elevation | 22 ft |
| Latitude | 27.147946 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -80.362294 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.2% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 180 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,239 (15.1%) |
| Some College | 2,060 (9.6%) |
| Associates | 3,285 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,380 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,331 (48.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,407 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $558,300 ▲ 100% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,958/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,641 |
| Vacant Units | 1,671 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,641 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,671 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 34990 is located in Palm City, Florida, within Martin County. With a population of 29,874, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51 years. Economically, 34990 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,407 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34990 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $558,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,958 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 34990 is primarily White (83.18%). Residents are well-educated — 59.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34990 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 34990 in Palm City, FL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,874 residents, a median household income of $120,407, and a median home value of $558,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.