ZIP Code 33853, Florida
ZIP Code 33853 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 33853 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Polk County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,674. The land area covers 8.65 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,674 | ±881 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,923 | ±363 | 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 | 5,699 | ±376 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,923 | ±363 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 776 | ±213 |
| Median Home Value | $209,300 | ±$16,171 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,059 | ±$135 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $44,474 | ±$9,152 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,161 | ±$2,233 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,610 | ±592 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.3% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,716 | ±507 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.6% | ±4.3% |
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: 852,878 (2024)
ID: 204175
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 9005, BARTOW FL 33831-9005
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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 | HAINES CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALTURAS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AUBURNDALE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AUBURNDALE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LAKE WALES, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | WINTER HAVEN, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WINTER HAVEN, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | KISSIMMEE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AUBURNDALE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | WINTER HAVEN, 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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Ruben's Five Star Academy
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College Vocational | 4.2 mi away | 820 Eagle Ridge Dr suite 346, Lake Wales, FL, 33859-4409 |
8632410287
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LAKE WALES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 290 CYPRESS GARDEN LANE, LAKE WALES, FL, 33853 |
(863) 678-4004
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Warner University
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College | 5.3 mi away | 13895 Hwy 27, Lake Wales, FL, 33859-8797 |
8636381426
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DUNDEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 202 EAST MAIN STREET, DUNDEE, FL, 33838 |
(863) 439-9424
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Webber International University
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College | 5.4 mi away | 1201 N Scenic Hwy, Babson Park, FL, 33827-0096 |
8636381431
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LATT MAXCY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 15 NORTH MAGNOLIA AVENUE, FROSTPROOF, FL, 33843 |
(863) 635-7857
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UR Beauty & Barber Academy-At True Family Barber Academy
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College Vocational | 7.7 mi away | 4842 Cypress Garden Road, Winter Haven, FL, 33884 |
8636624394
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EAGLE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 75 N. 7TH STREET, EAGLE LAKE, FL, 33839 |
(863) 293-2914
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Polk State College
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College | 11.9 mi away | 999 Avenue H NE, Winter Haven, FL, 33881-4299 |
8632971000
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WINTER HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY/KATHRYN L. SMITH MEMORIAL LIBRAR
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 325 AVENUE A NORTHWEST, WINTER HAVEN, FL, 33881 |
(863) 291-5880
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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 MTN LAKE, FL US, located 2.7 miles from ZCTA5 33853. 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° | 50.0° | 62.4° | 2.64" | 0.0" |
| February | 77.9° | 52.8° | 65.4° | 2.19" | 0.0" |
| March | 81.6° | 55.9° | 68.8° | 2.76" | 0.0" |
| April | 86.1° | 60.8° | 73.5° | 2.42" | 0.0" |
| May | 90.4° | 66.4° | 78.4° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| June | 92.4° | 71.1° | 81.8° | 8.92" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.2° | 72.5° | 82.9° | 7.81" | 0.0" |
| August | 93.2° | 73.0° | 83.1° | 8.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 91.1° | 71.6° | 81.4° | 6.89" | 0.0" |
| October | 86.2° | 65.7° | 75.9° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| November | 80.1° | 57.7° | 68.9° | 1.82" | 0.0" |
| December | 76.0° | 53.1° | 64.6° | 2.45" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Wales city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Highland Park village | Village | 2.8 mi | — |
| Crooked Lake Park CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Babson Park CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Heights town | Town | 6.1 mi | — |
| Waverly CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 33853. • 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.