ZIP Code 32038, Florida
ZIP Code 32038 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32038 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Columbia County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,007. The land area covers 107.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,007 | ±1,132 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.9 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,912 | ±375 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,572 | ±428 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,912 | ±375 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 660 | ±281 |
| Median Home Value | $182,500 | ±$28,646 |
| Median Gross Rent | $850 | ±$182 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,753 | ±$7,038 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,184 | ±$4,546 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,230 | ±524 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.5% | ±2.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,432 | ±588 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±5.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 73,977 (2024)
ID: 124216
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
PO BOX 1529, LAKE CITY FL 32056-1529
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BELL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BELL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BRANFORD, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRANFORD, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAKE CITY, FL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Florida Gateway College
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College | 18.2 mi away | Highway 90 East, Lake City, FL, 32025-2007 |
3867521822
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FORT WHITE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 17700 SOUTHWEST STATE ROAD 47, FORT WHITE, FL, 32038 |
(386) 497-1108
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Santa Fe College
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College | 23.5 mi away | 3000 Northwest 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL, 32606-6210 |
3523955000
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HIGH SPRINGS BRANCH
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 23779 WEST US HIGHWAY 27, HIGH SPRINGS, FL, 32643 |
(386) 454-2515
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BRANFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 703 NORTHWEST SUWANNEE AVENUE, BRANFORD, FL, 32008 |
(386) 935-1556
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ALACHUA BRANCH
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 14913 NORTHWEST 140TH STREET, ALACHUA, FL, 32615 |
(386) 462-2592
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WEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 435 NORTHWEST HALL OF FAME DRIVE, LAKE CITY, FL, 32055 |
(386) 758-1321
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COLUMBIA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 308 NORTHWEST COLUMBIA AVENUE, LAKE CITY, FL, 32055 |
(386) 758-1018
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NEWBERRY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 110 SOUTH SEABOARD DRIVE, NEWBERRY, FL, 32669 |
(352) 472-1135
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UNION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 250 SOUTHEAST 5TH AVENUE, LAKE BUTLER, FL, 32054 |
(386) 496-3432
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HIGH SPRINGS, FL US, located 9.3 miles from ZCTA5 32038. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66.7° | 39.8° | 53.2° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| February | 70.0° | 41.9° | 56.0° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| March | 76.1° | 46.5° | 61.3° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| April | 82.0° | 52.4° | 67.2° | 2.77" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.8° | 61.9° | 74.9° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.4° | 68.9° | 79.7° | 6.74" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.8° | 70.4° | 81.1° | 7.10" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.8° | 71.1° | 81.0° | 7.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.5° | 67.7° | 78.1° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.2° | 57.7° | 69.9° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| November | 75.2° | 48.2° | 61.7° | 2.18" | 0.0" |
| December | 69.1° | 41.8° | 55.5° | 2.64" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort White town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
| Spring Ridge CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| High Springs city | City | 11.2 mi | — |
| Branford town | Town | 14.0 mi | — |
| Bell town | Town | 16.0 mi | — |
| Alachua city | City | 16.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32038. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.