ZIP Code 32653, Florida
ZIP Code 32653 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32653 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alachua County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,150. The land area covers 38.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,150 | ±1,102 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,505 | ±469 | 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 | 6,808 | ±487 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,505 | ±469 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 303 | ±188 |
| Median Home Value | $301,700 | ±$20,254 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,188 | ±$113 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $93,913 | ±$10,341 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,302 | ±$3,927 |
| Poverty Rate | 11% | ±5.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,662 | ±853 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,907 | ±666 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±3.2% |
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: 291,782 (2024)
ID: 161544
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 5547, GAINESVILLE FL 32601
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | GAINESVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | GAINESVILLE, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | GAINESVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | GAINESVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ALACHUA, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | GAINESVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | GAINESVILLE, 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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Santa Fe College
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College | 4.7 mi away | 3000 Northwest 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL, 32606-6210 |
3523955000
|
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ALACHUA COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 3145 NORTHWEST 43RD STREET, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32606 |
(352) 334-1272
|
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Summit Salon Academy-Gainesville
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 6915 NW 4th Blvd., Suite B, Gainesville, FL, 32607 |
35233124244
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MILLHOPPER BRANCH
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 3145 NORTHWEST 43RD STREET, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32606 |
(352) 334-1272
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University of Florida
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College | 7.5 mi away | Tigert Hall, Gainesville, FL, 32611 |
3523923261
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ALACHUA BRANCH
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 14913 NORTHWEST 140TH STREET, ALACHUA, FL, 32615 |
(386) 462-2592
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University of Florida-Online
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College | 7.5 mi away | 341 Tigert Hall 300 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL, 32611 |
3523921202
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LIBRARY PARTNERSHIP: A NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 912 NORTHEAST 16TH AVENUE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32601 |
(352) 334-0165
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Galen Health Institutes-Gainesville
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College | 7.9 mi away | 7001 SW 24th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, 32607-3704 |
3522247324
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HEADQUARTERS LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 401 EAST UNIVERSITY AVENUE, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32601 |
(352) 334-3900
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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 GAINESVILLE RGNL AP, FL US, located 8.4 miles from ZCTA5 32653. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.1° | 42.6° | 54.8° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| February | 70.9° | 45.9° | 58.4° | 2.67" | 0.0" |
| March | 75.8° | 49.7° | 62.7° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| April | 81.5° | 55.5° | 68.5° | 2.74" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.4° | 62.6° | 75.0° | 3.08" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.3° | 69.5° | 79.9° | 7.56" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.1° | 71.6° | 81.4° | 6.68" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.5° | 72.0° | 81.3° | 6.40" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.1° | 69.4° | 78.8° | 5.05" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.1° | 60.6° | 71.4° | 2.68" | 0.0" |
| November | 74.7° | 50.6° | 62.7° | 1.79" | 0.0" |
| December | 69.3° | 45.2° | 57.3° | 2.88" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alachua city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Gainesville city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| La Crosse town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| Brooker town | Town | 10.8 mi | — |
| High Springs city | City | 11.8 mi | — |
| Worthington Springs town | Town | 13.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32653. • 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.