ZIP Code 32444, Florida
ZIP Code 32444 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32444 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bay County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,459. The land area covers 9.82 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,459 | ±1,065 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,682 | ±580 | 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 | 9,224 | ±609 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,682 | ±580 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 542 | ±240 |
| Median Home Value | $331,000 | ±$16,003 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,474 | ±$92 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $83,160 | ±$12,586 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,541 | ±$3,831 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,379 | ±701 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,416 | ±922 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±1.7% |
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 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LYNN HAVEN, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PANAMA CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | PANAMA CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PANAMA CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PANAMA CITY, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | PANAMA CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-12 | PANAMA CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | PANAMA CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | PANAMA 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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Tom P. Haney Technical College
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College Vocational | 2.5 mi away | 3016 Hwy 77 N, Panama City, FL, 32405 |
8507675500
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BAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 898 WEST 11TH STREET, PANAMA CITY, FL, 32401 |
(850) 522-2100
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Gulf Coast State College
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College | 5.8 mi away | 5230 West U.S. Highway 98, Panama City, FL, 32401 |
8507691551
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MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 898 WEST 11TH STREET, PANAMA CITY, FL, 32401 |
(850) 522-2100
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PARKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 4710 SECOND STREET, PARKER, FL, 32404 |
(850) 871-3092
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PANAMA CITY BEACH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 12500 HUTCHISON BOULEVARD, PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, 32407 |
(850) 233-5055
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SUNNY HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 4083 CHALLENGER BOULEVARD, SUNNY HILLS, FL, 32428 |
(850) 773-3009
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KINARD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.5 mi away | 5416 SOUTHWEST STATE ROAD 73, KINARD, FL, 32449 |
(850) 639-5125
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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 PANAMA CITY 5N, FL US, located 0.9 miles from ZCTA5 32444. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64.4° | 42.6° | 53.5° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| February | 67.4° | 46.0° | 56.7° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| March | 72.9° | 51.5° | 62.2° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.7° | 57.8° | 68.2° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.3° | 65.6° | 75.5° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.3° | 72.9° | 81.1° | 5.82" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.1° | 75.0° | 83.0° | 7.41" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.9° | 74.7° | 82.8° | 7.44" | 0.0" |
| September | 89.0° | 71.1° | 80.1° | 6.98" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.2° | 61.2° | 71.7° | 3.45" | 0.0" |
| November | 73.3° | 50.1° | 61.7° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| December | 66.5° | 45.1° | 55.8° | 4.30" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn Haven city | City | 0.9 mi | — |
| Southport CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Cedar Grove CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Pretty Bayou CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Springfield city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Panama City city | City | 7.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32444. • 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.