| ZIP Code | 34428 |
|---|---|
| City | Crystal River |
| State | Florida (FL) |
| County | Citrus County |
| Area Code | 352 |
| Elevation | 6 ft |
| Latitude | 28.956702 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -82.647585 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 12017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 24.1% ▲ 141% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.4% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 104 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,465 (36.6%) |
| Some College | 1,275 (18.9%) |
| Associates | 911 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 592 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,391 (20.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,185 ▼ 37% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $236,100 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 78% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $890/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,058 |
| Vacant Units | 727 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,058 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 727 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 34428 is located in Crystal River, Florida, within Citrus County. With a population of 9,325, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.4 years. Economically, 34428 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,185 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 34428 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $236,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $890 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 78% since 2019.
The population of 34428 is primarily White (87.59%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.1%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 34428 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 34428 in Crystal River, FL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,325 residents, a median household income of $48,185, and a median home value of $236,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Florida.