| ZIP Code | 33974 |
|---|---|
| City | Lehigh Acres |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Lee County |
| Area Code | 239 |
| Elevation | 31 ft |
| Latitude | 26.558935 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -81.601239 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.58 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 294 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,045 (37.1%) |
| Some College | 1,361 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 1,570 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,706 (15.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,921 (17.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,809 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $272,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 68% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,698/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,771 |
| Vacant Units | 378 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,771 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 378 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.58 |
ZIP code 33974 is located in Lehigh Acres, Florida, within Lee County. With a population of 19,330, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.8 years. Economically, 33974 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,809 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 33974 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $272,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,698 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 68% since 2019.
The population of 33974 is majority Hispanic (51.64%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 33974 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 33974 in Lehigh Acres, FL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,330 residents, a median household income of $65,809, and a median home value of $272,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.