ZIP Code 33478, Florida
ZIP Code 33478 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 33478 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Martin County / Palm Beach County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,731. The land area covers 64.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,731 | ±1,425 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.1 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,244 | ±475 | 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 | 5,701 | ±479 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,244 | ±475 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 457 | ±216 |
| Median Home Value | $699,400 | ±$29,977 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,033 | ±$2,651 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $139,091 | ±$11,951 |
| Per Capita Income | $63,266 | ±$5,902 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 432 | ±182 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,150 | ±866 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.1% | ±2.1% |
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: 165,666 (2024)
ID: 161560
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: GROWTH MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
2401 SE MONTEREY RD, STUART FL 34996-3397
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LOXAHATCHEE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | WEST PALM BEACH, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WEST PALM BEACH, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | JUPITER, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | WEST PALM BEACH, FL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 08-12 | WEST PALM BEACH, FL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | RIVIERA BEACH, FL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | BOYNTON BEACH, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | STUART, 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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Hobe Sound Bible College
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College | 11.7 mi away | 11298 SE Gomez Ave, Hobe Sound, FL, 33455 |
7725465534
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JUPITER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 705 NORTH MILITARY TRAIL, JUPITER, FL, 33458 |
(561) 744-2301
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South University-West Palm Beach
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College | 17.7 mi away | 9801 Belvedere Road, Royal Palm Beach, FL, 33411 |
5612736500
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TEQUESTA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 461 OLD DIXIE HIGHWAY NORTH, TEQUESTA, FL, 33469 |
(561) 746-5970
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Ultrasound Medical Institute
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College | 18.0 mi away | 503 Royal Palm Beach Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL, 33411 |
2166885112
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ACREAGE BRANCH
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 15801 ORANGE BOULEVARD, LOXAHATCHEE, FL, 33470 |
(561) 681-4100
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Florida Career College-West Palm Beach
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College | 18.1 mi away | 6058 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL, 33417-4326 |
5612825441
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HOBE SOUND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 10595 SOUTHEAST FEDERAL HIGHWAY, HOBE SOUND, FL, 33455 |
(772) 546-2257
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Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations
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College | 18.4 mi away | 5154 Okeechobee Blvd Ste 201, West Palm Beach, FL, 33417 |
5616831400
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GARDENS BRANCH
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 11303 CAMPUS DRIVE, PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, 33410 |
(561) 626-6133
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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 PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL US, located 10.6 miles from ZCTA5 33478. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73.5° | 55.5° | 64.5° | 3.38" | — |
| February | 75.2° | 57.0° | 66.1° | 2.64" | — |
| March | 77.2° | 60.4° | 68.8° | 3.76" | — |
| April | 81.4° | 64.4° | 72.9° | 3.18" | — |
| May | 84.1° | 68.9° | 76.5° | 6.36" | — |
| June | 87.8° | 73.4° | 80.6° | 9.22" | — |
| July | 89.2° | 75.0° | 82.1° | 7.23" | — |
| August | 89.4° | 75.3° | 82.4° | 8.28" | — |
| September | 88.0° | 74.9° | 81.5° | 8.38" | — |
| October | 84.5° | 70.6° | 77.6° | 5.96" | — |
| November | 79.8° | 64.5° | 72.2° | 3.85" | — |
| December | 75.3° | 59.6° | 67.5° | 3.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jupiter Farms CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Limestone Creek CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Palm Beach Gardens city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Jupiter town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
| Tequesta village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
| Jupiter Island town | Town | 11.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 33478. • 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.