ZIP Code 32055, Florida
ZIP Code 32055 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32055 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Columbia County / Suwannee County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,559. The land area covers 184.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,559 | ±1,647 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,592 | ±548 | 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 | 7,496 | ±534 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,592 | ±548 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 904 | ±283 |
| Median Home Value | $184,300 | ±$45,357 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,008 | ±$88 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,111 | ±$6,679 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,570 | ±$2,582 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,082 | ±902 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.5% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,008 | ±942 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±1.3% |
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 | PK-12 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | LAKE CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAKE CITY, FL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 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 | 7.4 mi away | Highway 90 East, Lake City, FL, 32025-2007 |
3867521822
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COLUMBIA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 308 NORTHWEST COLUMBIA AVENUE, LAKE CITY, FL, 32055 |
(386) 758-1018
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Riveroak Technical College
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College | 22.0 mi away | 415 SW Pinewood Dr, Live Oak, FL, 32064 |
3866474200
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WEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 435 NORTHWEST HALL OF FAME DRIVE, LAKE CITY, FL, 32055 |
(386) 758-1321
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WHITE SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 16403 JEWETT STREET, WHITE SPRINGS, FL, 32096 |
(386) 397-1389
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SUWANNEE RIVER REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 1848 OHIO AVENUE SOUTH/M.L. KING AV, LIVE OAK, FL, 32064 |
(386) 362-2317
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FORT WHITE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 24.0 mi away | 17700 SOUTHWEST STATE ROAD 47, FORT WHITE, FL, 32038 |
(386) 497-1108
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UNION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 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 LAKE CITY 2 E, FL US, located 6.1 miles from ZCTA5 32055. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.2° | 40.9° | 52.1° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| February | 67.0° | 44.0° | 55.5° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| March | 73.1° | 48.6° | 60.8° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.7° | 54.5° | 66.6° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.2° | 61.6° | 73.4° | 3.47" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.3° | 68.1° | 78.2° | 7.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.7° | 70.3° | 80.0° | 7.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.8° | 70.4° | 79.6° | 7.28" | 0.0" |
| September | 86.0° | 67.3° | 76.6° | 5.86" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.4° | 58.6° | 69.0° | 2.50" | 0.0" |
| November | 71.3° | 49.1° | 60.2° | 1.91" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.5° | 43.5° | 54.5° | 2.91" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Points CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Lake City city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Watertown CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| White Springs town | Town | 9.0 mi | — |
| Live Oak city | City | 21.6 mi | — |
| Jasper city | City | 22.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32055. • 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.