ZIP Code 33956, Florida
ZIP Code 33956 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 33956 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lee County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,405. The land area covers 16.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,405 | ±733 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 64.7 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,649 | ±323 | 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 | 3,592 | ±389 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,649 | ±323 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,943 | ±369 |
| Median Home Value | $318,200 | ±$64,757 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,829 | ±$346 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,534 | ±$15,532 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,695 | ±$10,151 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 330 | ±176 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | ±9.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 880 | ±403 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.4% | ±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: 860,959 (2024)
ID: 193143
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 398, FORT MYERS FL 33902-0398
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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 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FORT MYERS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | FORT MYERS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CAPE CORAL, 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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Cape Coral Technical College
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College Vocational | 12.3 mi away | 360 Santa Barbara Blvd North, Cape Coral, FL, 33993-2479 |
2395744440
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CAPTIVA MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 11560 CHAPIN LANE, CAPTIVA, FL, 33924 |
(239) 533-4890
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Florida SouthWestern State College
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College | 14.5 mi away | 8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL, 33919 |
2394899300
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PINE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 10701 RUSSELL ROAD, BOKEELIA, FL, 33922 |
(239) 533-4350
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The Salon Professional Academy-Ft Myers
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College Vocational | 15.0 mi away | 1388 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, 33907 |
2392083954
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SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 770 DUNLOP ROAD, SANIBEL, FL, 33957 |
(239) 472-2483
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Southern Technical College
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College | 15.6 mi away | 1685 Medical Lane, Fort Myers, FL, 33907-1108 |
2399394766
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CAPE CORAL-LEE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 921 SOUTHWEST 39TH TERRACE, CAPE CORAL, FL, 33914 |
(239) 533-4500
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Aveda Institute-Fort Myers
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College Vocational | 16.1 mi away | 2040 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, 33907 |
2392781311
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NORTHWEST REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 519 NORTH CHIQUITA BOULEVARD, CAPE CORAL, FL, 33993 |
(239) 533-4700
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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 FT MYERS PAGE FLD AP, FL US, located 16.4 miles from ZCTA5 33956. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75.0° | 54.3° | 64.7° | 2.43" | — |
| February | 78.0° | 56.6° | 67.3° | 1.78" | — |
| March | 81.1° | 59.6° | 70.3° | 2.07" | — |
| April | 85.3° | 64.3° | 74.8° | 2.44" | — |
| May | 89.5° | 69.1° | 79.3° | 3.46" | — |
| June | 91.0° | 73.6° | 82.3° | 9.66" | — |
| July | 91.6° | 74.7° | 83.2° | 9.38" | — |
| August | 91.7° | 75.1° | 83.4° | 10.43" | — |
| September | 90.0° | 74.3° | 82.2° | 9.00" | — |
| October | 86.6° | 69.4° | 78.0° | 3.08" | — |
| November | 81.3° | 61.8° | 71.5° | 1.78" | — |
| December | 77.3° | 57.3° | 67.3° | 1.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. James City CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Captiva CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Pine Island Center CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Sanibel city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Matlacha CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Matlacha Isles-Matlacha Shores CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 33956. • 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.