ZIP Code 32536, Florida
ZIP Code 32536 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32536 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Okaloosa County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,599. The land area covers 42.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,599 | ±1,547 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,346 | ±605 | 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 | 9,812 | ±620 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,346 | ±605 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 466 | ±227 |
| Median Home Value | $305,800 | ±$14,161 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,449 | ±$236 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,119 | ±$6,115 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,797 | ±$2,698 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.4% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,375 | ±677 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,618 | ±1,025 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±1.9% |
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: 220,483 (2024)
ID: 204174
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
1250 N EGLIN PARKWAY, SHALIMAR FL 32578
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | CRESTVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CRESTVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | BAKER, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CRESTVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NICEVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CRESTVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CRESTVIEW, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | CRESTVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | LAUREL HILL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CRESTVIEW, 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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Northwest Florida State College
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College | 16.3 mi away | 100 College Boulevard E., Niceville, FL, 32578-1295 |
8506785111
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ROBERT L.F. SIKES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 1445 COMMERCE DRIVE, CRESTVIEW, FL, 32539 |
(850) 682-4432
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Okaloosa Technical College
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 1976 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547 |
8508333500
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NICEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 206 NORTH PARTIN DRIVE, NICEVILLE, FL, 32578 |
(850) 279-6436
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VALPARAISO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 459 VALPARAISO PARKWAY, VALPARAISO, FL, 32580 |
(850) 729-5406
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GLADYS N. MILTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.4 mi away | 261 FLOWERSVIEW BOULEVARD, FLOWERSVIEW, FL, 32567 |
(850) 834-5383
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MARY ESTHER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 100 WEST HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD, MARY ESTHER, FL, 32569 |
(850) 243-5731
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FLORALA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 1214 FOURTH STREET, FLORALA, AL, 36442 |
(334) 858-3525
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FORT WALTON BEACH LIBRARY
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Library | 24.0 mi away | 185 MIRACLE STRIP PARKWAY SOUTHEAST, FORT WALTON BEACH, FL, 32548 |
(850) 833-9590
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DESTIN LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 150 SIBERT AVENUE, DESTIN, FL, 32541 |
(850) 837-8572
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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 CRESTVIEW BOB SIKES AP, FL US, located 4.9 miles from ZCTA5 32536. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.7° | 38.5° | 50.6° | 5.66" | — |
| February | 66.8° | 41.4° | 54.1° | 4.58" | — |
| March | 73.3° | 46.7° | 60.0° | 5.66" | — |
| April | 79.4° | 52.6° | 66.0° | 4.92" | — |
| May | 86.9° | 60.6° | 73.7° | 4.13" | — |
| June | 91.1° | 68.5° | 79.8° | 5.96" | — |
| July | 92.4° | 71.1° | 81.8° | 7.92" | — |
| August | 91.7° | 71.1° | 81.4° | 6.42" | — |
| September | 88.6° | 66.9° | 77.7° | 5.06" | — |
| October | 81.1° | 55.5° | 68.3° | 4.09" | — |
| November | 71.6° | 44.6° | 58.1° | 4.27" | — |
| December | 64.6° | 40.6° | 52.6° | 4.93" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestview city | City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Harold CDP | CDP | 14.9 mi | — |
| Laurel Hill city | City | 16.7 mi | — |
| Niceville city | City | 17.5 mi | — |
| Munson CDP | CDP | 18.2 mi | — |
| Valparaiso city | City | 18.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32536. • 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.