Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.4% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,167 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 32,035 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 15,682 (13%) |
| Associates | 16,231 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 13,290 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 41,324 (34.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,953 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $347,627 ▲ 25% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,410/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 85,093 |
| Vacant Units | 16,397 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Indian River County is located in Florida and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 163,856 residents. With a median age of 53.43, it is a mature county.
Indian River County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,952 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.3% is above the national average.
Housing in Indian River County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $347,627 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,410. Homeownership rates are high at 78.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Indian River County are primarily White (73.25%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Indian River County, FL is a solidly middle-class area in Florida. The 16 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32948 | Fellsmere | 6,802 | $60,099 | $196,200 | $1,079 | 10.2% | 23.6% |
| 32958 | Sebastian | 29,641 | $68,276 | $279,100 | $1,388 | 7.4% | 41.2% |
| 32960 | Vero Beach | 24,697 | $52,350 | $254,400 | $1,171 | 4.0% | 39.1% |
| 32962 | Vero Beach | 25,629 | $65,137 | $247,700 | $1,184 | 3.9% | 38.0% |
| 32963 | Vero Beach | 14,980 | $142,985 | $894,900 | $2,000 | 2.4% | 74.7% |
| 32966 | Vero Beach | 20,025 | $63,144 | $264,300 | $1,442 | 6.0% | 43.9% |
| 32967 | Vero Beach | 26,219 | $73,875 | $394,800 | $1,425 | 7.5% | 46.2% |
| 32968 | Vero Beach | 15,576 | $87,801 | $357,800 | $1,716 | 1.4% | 47.0% |
| 32970 | Wabasso | 287 | $41,394 | — | — | 0.0% | 48.4% |