ZIP Code 32778, Florida
ZIP Code 32778 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 32778 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lake County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,042. The land area covers 25.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,042 | ±867 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.1 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,022 | ±612 | 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 | 12,278 | ±586 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,022 | ±612 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,256 | ±353 |
| Median Home Value | $266,500 | ±$22,993 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,514 | ±$216 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,472 | ±$10,194 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,226 | ±$5,442 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,302 | ±595 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,626 | ±1,084 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.9% | ±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: 444,204 (2024)
ID: 161556
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
315 W MAIN ST, TAVARES FL 32778-3813
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | ORLANDO, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | EUSTIS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALTOONA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | APOPKA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | APOPKA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | APOPKA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | CLERMONT, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LEESBURG, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LEESBURG, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OCOEE, 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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Lake Technical College
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College Vocational | 4.8 mi away | 2001 Kurt Street, Eustis, FL, 32726 |
35258922501800
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TAVARES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 314 NORTH NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE, TAVARES, FL, 32778 |
(352) 742-6204
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Lake-Sumter State College
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College | 5.6 mi away | 9501 US Hwy 441, Leesburg, FL, 34788-8751 |
3527873747
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MARIANNE BECK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 122 WEST CENTRAL AVENUE, HOWEY-IN-THE-HILLS, FL, 34737 |
(352) 429-5840
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Beacon College
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College | 9.1 mi away | 105 E Main St, Leesburg, FL, 34748 |
3527877660
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W. T. BLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 1995 NORTH DONNELLY STREET, MOUNT DORA, FL, 32757 |
(352) 735-7180
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Orange Technical College-West Campus
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College | 16.1 mi away | 2010 Ocoee Apopka Rd, Ocoee, FL, 34761 |
4079052018
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EUSTIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 120 NORTH CENTER STREET, EUSTIS, FL, 32726 |
(352) 357-5686
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Tenaj Salon Institute
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College Vocational | 21.0 mi away | 11915 County Road 103, The Villages, FL, 32162 |
35225967164
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LEESBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 100 EAST MAIN STREET, LEESBURG, FL, 34748 |
(352) 728-9790
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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 LEESBURG MUNI AP, FL US, located 5.8 miles from ZCTA5 32778. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69.9° | 48.9° | 59.4° | 2.51" | — |
| February | 73.3° | 52.0° | 62.6° | 2.08" | — |
| March | 77.3° | 56.0° | 66.6° | 3.22" | — |
| April | 82.7° | 61.7° | 72.2° | 2.04" | — |
| May | 88.1° | 67.7° | 77.9° | 2.68" | — |
| June | 90.7° | 73.1° | 81.9° | 6.98" | — |
| July | 91.1° | 74.9° | 83.0° | 5.88" | — |
| August | 91.7° | 75.0° | 83.3° | 6.63" | — |
| September | 89.7° | 73.1° | 81.4° | 5.21" | — |
| October | 84.5° | 66.1° | 75.3° | 2.62" | — |
| November | 77.3° | 57.1° | 67.2° | 1.76" | — |
| December | 72.4° | 52.0° | 62.2° | 2.17" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tavares city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Astatula town | Town | 4.6 mi | — |
| Tangerine CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Howey-in-the-Hills town | Town | 5.9 mi | — |
| Silver Lake CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Yalaha CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 32778. • 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.