| ZIP Code | 34242 |
|---|---|
| City | Sarasota |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Sarasota County |
| Area Code | 941 |
| Elevation | 4 ft |
| Latitude | 27.26022 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.540908 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 65.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.85 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.6% ▲ 85% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 792 (12.1%) |
| Some College | 413 (6.3%) |
| Associates | 654 (10%) |
| Bachelors | 371 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,314 (65.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $122,143 ▲ 60% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $995,900 ▲ 257% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,408/mo ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,418 |
| Vacant Units | 6,282 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.85 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,418 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 6,282 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.85 |
ZIP code 34242 is located in Sarasota, Florida, within Sarasota County. With a population of 7,672, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 65.1 years. Economically, 34242 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $122,143 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34242 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $995,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,408 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 34242 is primarily White (92.47%). Residents are highly educated — 71.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34242 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 34242 in Sarasota, FL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,672 residents, a median household income of $122,143, and a median home value of $995,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.