ZIP Code 34286, Florida
ZIP Code 34286 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 34286 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sarasota County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,534. The land area covers 27.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,534 | ±1,588 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,724 | ±627 | 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 | 9,240 | ±711 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,724 | ±627 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 516 | ±316 |
| Median Home Value | $361,100 | ±$14,904 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,140 | ±$157 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,553 | ±$12,549 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,317 | ±$7,327 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,458 | ±445 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 11,072 | ±1,069 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.5% | ±3.4% |
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: 476,604 (2024)
ID: 161567
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FISCAL CONSULTANT
1660 RINGLING BLVD, FL 2, SARASOTA FL 34236-6868
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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 | NORTH PORT, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | PUNTA GORDA, FL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | PORT CHARLOTTE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PUNTA GORDA, FL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | PORT CHARLOTTE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | PORT CHARLOTTE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | PORT CHARLOTTE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-07 | FORT LAUDERDALE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NORTH PORT, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PT CHARLOTTE, 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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Charlotte Technical College
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College Vocational | 7.5 mi away | 18150 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, FL, 33948-3399 |
94125575001733
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SHANNON STAUB LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 4675 CAREER LANE, NORTH PORT, FL, 34289 |
(941) 861-1740
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MID-COUNTY REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 2050 FORREST NELSON BOULEVARD, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL, 33952 |
(941) 613-3160
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PORT CHARLOTTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 2280 AARON STREET, PORT CHARLOTTE, FL, 33952 |
(941) 764-5562
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NORTH PORT LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 13800 SOUTH TAMIAMI TRAIL, NORTH PORT, FL, 34287 |
(941) 861-1300
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PUNTA GORDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 401 SHREVE STREET, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 33950 |
(941) 833-5460
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ENGLEWOOD CHARLOTTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 3450 NORTH ACCESS ROAD, ENGLEWOOD, FL, 34224 |
(941) 681-3736
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DESOTO BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 125 NORTH HILLSBOROUGH AVENUE, ARCADIA, FL, 34266 |
(863) 993-4851
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DESOTO COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 125 NORTH HILLSBOROUGH AVENUE, ARCADIA, FL, 34266 |
(863) 993-4851
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FRANCES T. BOURNE JACARANDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 4143 WOODMERE PARK BOULEVARD, VENICE, FL, 34293 |
(941) 861-1260
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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 PUNTA GORDA 4 ESE, FL US, located 14.9 miles from ZCTA5 34286. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76.8° | 52.5° | 64.6° | 2.04" | 0.0" |
| February | 79.5° | 55.0° | 67.3° | 1.99" | 0.0" |
| March | 82.9° | 57.8° | 70.4° | 2.57" | 0.0" |
| April | 87.2° | 62.5° | 74.9° | 2.27" | 0.0" |
| May | 91.4° | 67.4° | 79.4° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| June | 93.4° | 73.0° | 83.2° | 9.58" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.0° | 74.7° | 84.3° | 8.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 94.1° | 75.2° | 84.7° | 9.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 92.5° | 74.2° | 83.3° | 7.50" | 0.0" |
| October | 88.7° | 68.3° | 78.5° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| November | 82.9° | 60.0° | 71.4° | 1.83" | 0.0" |
| December | 78.7° | 55.6° | 67.1° | 1.87" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Port city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Port Charlotte CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Harbour Heights CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
| Charlotte Harbor CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
| Warm Mineral Springs CDP | CDP | 11.0 mi | — |
| Solana CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 34286. • 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.