ZIP Code 33487, Florida
ZIP Code 33487 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 33487 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Palm Beach County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,717. The land area covers 6.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,717 | ±1,437 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,935 | ±567 | 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 | 13,788 | ±587 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,935 | ±567 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,853 | ±462 |
| Median Home Value | $632,100 | ±$33,027 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,603 | ±$194 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $96,066 | ±$11,792 |
| Per Capita Income | $80,560 | ±$7,334 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,426 | ±394 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,490 | ±1,067 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±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: 1,582,055 (2024)
ID: 101897
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
301 N OLIVE AVE, FRNT, WEST PALM BEACH FL 33401-4791
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BOCA RATON, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CORAL SPRINGS, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CORAL SPRINGS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BOCA RATON, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | MARGATE, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | POMPANO BEACH, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MARGATE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | DELRAY BEACH, FL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | MARGATE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | MARGATE, 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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Everglades University
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College | 1.9 mi away | 5002 T-Rex Avenue, Suite 100, Boca Raton, FL, 33431 |
5619121211
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HIGHLAND BEACH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 3618 SOUTH OCEAN BOULEVARD, HIGHLAND BEACH, FL, 33487 |
(561) 278-5455
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Lynn University
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College | 2.8 mi away | 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL, 33431-5598 |
8008885966
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SPANISH RIVER LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 1501 NORTHWEST SPANISH RIVER BOULEV, BOCA RATON, FL, 33431 |
(561) 393-7852
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Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
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College | 2.8 mi away | 5150 Linton Blvd, Suite 340, Delray Beach, FL, 33484 |
5613814990
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SPANISH RIVER LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 1501 NW SPANISH RIVER BOULEVARD, BOCA RATON, FL, 33431 |
(561) 393-7852
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Florida Atlantic University
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College | 2.9 mi away | 777 Glades Rd, Administration Bldg., Room 339, Boca Raton, FL, 33431-0991 |
5612973000
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DELRAY BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 100 WEST ATLANTIC AVENUE, DELRAY BEACH, FL, 33444 |
(561) 266-9488
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The Salon Professional Academy-Delray Beach
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College Vocational | 3.9 mi away | 14610 South Military Trail, Ste G-4, Delray Beach, FL, 33484-0000 |
5613810181
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DOWNTOWN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 400 NORTHWEST 2ND AVENUE, BOCA RATON, FL, 33432 |
(561) 393-7852
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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 LOXAHATCHEE NWR, FL US, located 9.9 miles from ZCTA5 33487. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74.7° | 55.5° | 65.1° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| February | 76.9° | 57.7° | 67.3° | 2.81" | 0.0" |
| March | 79.3° | 60.8° | 70.1° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| April | 82.5° | 64.2° | 73.3° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 85.5° | 68.1° | 76.8° | 4.97" | 0.0" |
| June | 88.4° | 72.5° | 80.5° | 9.73" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.8° | 74.1° | 81.9° | 6.69" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.1° | 74.4° | 82.3° | 8.28" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.6° | 73.7° | 81.2° | 8.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 85.5° | 70.3° | 77.9° | 6.36" | 0.0" |
| November | 80.2° | 63.9° | 72.1° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| December | 77.4° | 59.7° | 68.5° | 3.06" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Beach town | Town | 1.5 mi | — |
| Boca Raton city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Delray Beach city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Gulf Stream town | Town | 5.5 mi | — |
| Golf village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| Briny Breezes town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 33487. • 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.