Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4,064 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 68,878 (30.4%) |
| Some College | 31,974 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 34,497 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 27,842 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 59,121 (26.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,630 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $293,714 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,609/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 147,217 |
| Vacant Units | 18,933 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
St. Lucie County is located in Florida and encompasses 19 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 340,682 residents. With a median age of 45.38, it is a mature county.
St. Lucie County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,630 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.6% is above the national average.
Housing in St. Lucie County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $293,714 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,608. Homeownership rates are high at 77.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of St. Lucie County are majority White (51.95%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
St. Lucie County, FL is a solidly middle-class area in Florida. The 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34945 | Fort Pierce | 6,214 | $72,941 | $285,500 | $747 | 0.7% | 38.9% |
| 34946 | Fort Pierce | 6,588 | $40,488 | $128,100 | $1,000 | 4.5% | 25.5% |
| 34947 | Fort Pierce | 13,192 | $44,985 | $202,700 | $1,125 | 6.3% | 33.9% |
| 34949 | Fort Pierce | 7,567 | $92,188 | $427,500 | $1,484 | 4.3% | 59.9% |
| 34950 | Fort Pierce | 17,674 | $32,707 | $175,900 | $1,121 | 16.8% | 28.7% |
| 34951 | Fort Pierce | 16,871 | $63,214 | $229,600 | $1,186 | 4.5% | 35.3% |
| 34981 | Fort Pierce | 6,167 | $64,052 | $369,100 | $1,402 | 3.6% | 40.6% |
| 34982 | Fort Pierce | 27,447 | $54,025 | $228,300 | $1,254 | 4.9% | 29.9% |
| 34952 | Port Saint Lucie | 41,679 | $60,123 | $242,100 | $1,635 | 5.1% | 37.0% |
| 34953 | Port Saint Lucie | 82,469 | $81,028 | $326,800 | $1,902 | 4.9% | 36.5% |
| 34983 | Port Saint Lucie | 47,983 | $72,787 | $293,500 | $1,739 | 5.2% | 39.6% |
| 34984 | Port Saint Lucie | 19,207 | $79,766 | $324,900 | $1,888 | 5.6% | 41.0% |
| 34986 | Port Saint Lucie | 29,713 | $85,842 | $368,300 | $1,600 | 8.9% | 45.7% |
| 34987 | Port Saint Lucie | 17,911 | $79,560 | $430,100 | $1,994 | 5.4% | 46.8% |