ZIP Code 32438, Florida
ZIP Code 32438 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32438 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bay County / Calhoun County / Jackson County / Washington County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,815. The land area covers 56.75 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,815 | ±1,148 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±11.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,810 | ±385 | 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 | 2,035 | ±399 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,810 | ±385 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 225 | ±142 |
| Median Home Value | $153,700 | ±$60,924 |
| Median Gross Rent | $626 | ±$418 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,000 | ±$18,294 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,732 | ±$7,101 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.4% | ±15.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,213 | ±807 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,779 | ±533 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.2% | ±8% |
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: 199,718 (2024)
ID: 124215
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
840 W 11TH ST, PANAMA CITY FL 32401-2336
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Education
Listing 2 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | CLARKSVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | YOUNGSTOWN, 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 | 19.9 mi away | 757 Hoyt Street, Chipley, FL, 32428-1618 |
8506381180
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MOSSY POND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 22216 NORTHWEST MCKENZIE BOULEVARD, ALTHA, FL, 32421 |
(850) 762-2400
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Chipola College
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College | 22.1 mi away | 3094 Indian Circle, Marianna, FL, 32446-2053 |
8505262761
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SUNNY HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 4083 CHALLENGER BOULEVARD, SUNNY HILLS, FL, 32428 |
(850) 773-3009
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WAUSAU BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 1607 SECOND AVENUE, WAUSAU, FL, 32463 |
(850) 638-2532
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SHELTON PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 25008 NORTHWEST HIGHWAY 73, ALTHA, FL, 32421 |
(850) 762-3992
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ALTHA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 15225 NORTH WEST COUNTY ROAD 274, ALTHA, FL, 32421 |
(850) 762-8280
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VERNON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 3731 ROCHE AVENUE, VERNON, FL, 32462 |
(850) 535-1208
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KINARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 5416 SOUTHWEST STATE ROAD 73, KINARD, FL, 32449 |
(850) 639-5125
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 1444 JACKSON AVENUE, CHIPLEY, FL, 32428 |
(850) 638-1314
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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 20.3 miles from ZCTA5 32438. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alford town | Town | 12.8 mi | — |
| Wausau town | Town | 13.3 mi | — |
| Altha town | Town | 17.7 mi | — |
| Vernon city | City | 18.3 mi | — |
| Cottondale town | Town | 19.4 mi | — |
| Chipley city | City | 19.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32438. • 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.