ZIP Code 32427, Florida
ZIP Code 32427 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32427 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washington County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,030. The land area covers 45.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,030 | ±341 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 398 | ±132 | 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 | 452 | ±132 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 398 | ±132 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 54 | ±48 |
| Median Home Value | $90,900 | ±$45,729 |
| Median Gross Rent | $691 | ±$171 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,625 | ±$26,840 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,651 | ±$4,553 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.7% | ±10.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 203 | ±125 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6% | ±6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 489 | ±205 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±15.5% |
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: 26,503 (2024)
ID: 194937
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: INTERIM COUNTY MANAGER
1331 SOUTH BLVD, STE 400, CHIPLEY FL 32428-2226
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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 | BONIFAY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | BONIFAY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CHIPLEY, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | BONIFAY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BONIFAY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BONIFAY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BONIFAY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BONIFAY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CHIPLEY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PONCE DE LEON, 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 Panhandle Technical College
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College Vocational | 14.9 mi away | 757 Hoyt Street, Chipley, FL, 32428-1618 |
8506381180
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VERNON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 3731 ROCHE AVENUE, VERNON, FL, 32462 |
(850) 535-1208
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Emerald Coast Technical College
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College Vocational | 20.0 mi away | 761 N 20th St, DeFuniak Springs, FL, 32433 |
8508921241
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HOLMES COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 303 NORTH J. HARVEY ETHERIDGE STREE, BONIFAY, FL, 32425 |
(850) 547-3573
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Baptist University of Florida
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College | 24.4 mi away | 5400 College Dr, Graceville, FL, 32440 |
8502633261
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WAUSAU BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 1607 SECOND AVENUE, WAUSAU, FL, 32463 |
(850) 638-2532
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 1444 JACKSON AVENUE, CHIPLEY, FL, 32428 |
(850) 638-1314
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SUNNY HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 4083 CHALLENGER BOULEVARD, SUNNY HILLS, FL, 32428 |
(850) 773-3009
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CHOCTAWHATCHEE CHARIOT
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 3 CIRCLE DRIVE, DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, 32435 |
(850) 635-6990
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WALTON-DEFUNIAK LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 3 CIRCLE DRIVE, DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, 32434 |
(850) 892-3624
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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 CHIPLEY, FL US, located 15.2 miles from ZCTA5 32427. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.6° | 38.6° | 51.1° | 5.09" | 0.0" |
| February | 67.4° | 41.4° | 54.4° | 5.53" | 0.0" |
| March | 74.0° | 47.3° | 60.7° | 5.65" | 0.0" |
| April | 80.3° | 53.3° | 66.8° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.6° | 62.1° | 74.8° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.6° | 69.6° | 80.6° | 5.29" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.0° | 72.2° | 82.6° | 7.16" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.4° | 71.9° | 82.2° | 6.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.3° | 67.1° | 78.2° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.0° | 56.1° | 69.0° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| November | 72.3° | 45.8° | 59.1° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| December | 65.7° | 41.0° | 53.3° | 4.79" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caryville town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Westville town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Bonifay city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Ponce de Leon town | Town | 8.6 mi | — |
| Vernon city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Wausau town | Town | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32427. • 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.