ZIP Code 33973, Florida
ZIP Code 33973 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 33973 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lee County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,392. The land area covers 3.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,392 | ±1,624 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 26.5 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,984 | ±326 | 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 | 4,314 | ±337 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,984 | ±326 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 330 | ±133 |
| Median Home Value | $355,800 | ±$10,659 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,618 | ±$77 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,530 | ±$9,683 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,395 | ±$1,862 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.4% | ±8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,481 | ±1,250 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,049 | ±876 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±3.6% |
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 | FORT MYERS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LEHIGH ACRES, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | FORT MYERS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | BABCOCK RANCH, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | NORTH FT MYERS, FL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | FORT MYERS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CAPE CORAL, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | FORT MYERS, 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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Florida Academy
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 4387 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL, 33966-1155 |
2394892282109
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EAST COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 881 GUNNERY RD NORTH, LEHIGH ACRES, FL, 33971 |
(239) 533-4200
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Fort Myers Technical College
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College | 7.3 mi away | 3800 Michigan Ave, Fort Myers, FL, 33916-2204 |
2393344544325
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RIVERDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 2421 BUCKINGHAM ROAD, FORT MYERS, FL, 33905 |
(239) 533-4370
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Lee Professional Institute
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College Vocational | 7.5 mi away | 2950 Winkler Avenue Unit 1201, Fort Myers, FL, 33916-9320 |
2396898299
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DUNBAR-JUPITER HAMMON LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 3095 BLOUNT STREET, FORT MYERS, FL, 33916 |
(239) 533-4150
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fort Myers
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College Vocational | 8.2 mi away | 9941 Interstate Commerce Drive, Fort Myers, FL, 33913 |
2393322011
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TALKING BOOKS LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 1651 LEE STREET, FORT MYERS, FL, 33901 |
(239) 533-4780
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Aveda Institute-Fort Myers
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College Vocational | 8.7 mi away | 2040 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, 33907 |
2392781311
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FORT MYERS REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 2450 FIRST STREET, FORT MYERS, FL, 33901 |
(239) 533-4600
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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 SW FL RGNL AP, FL US, located 4.7 miles from ZCTA5 33973. 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° | 54.4° | 64.6° | 2.36" | — |
| February | 77.6° | 55.9° | 66.7° | 1.49" | — |
| March | 80.2° | 58.8° | 69.5° | 1.92" | — |
| April | 84.6° | 63.5° | 74.0° | 1.87" | — |
| May | 88.3° | 67.7° | 78.0° | 3.02" | — |
| June | 90.3° | 73.0° | 81.7° | 10.33" | — |
| July | 90.6° | 74.8° | 82.7° | 8.56" | — |
| August | 91.4° | 75.7° | 83.6° | 8.75" | — |
| September | 89.9° | 74.8° | 82.3° | 8.49" | — |
| October | 86.1° | 69.5° | 77.8° | 3.11" | — |
| November | 81.0° | 62.8° | 71.9° | 1.89" | — |
| December | 76.8° | 57.6° | 67.2° | 1.60" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Buckingham CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Lehigh Acres CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Fort Myers city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Verandah CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Tice CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 33973. • 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.