ZIP Code 34609, Florida
ZIP Code 34609 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 34609 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hernando County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 47,257. The land area covers 22.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 47,257 | ±2,058 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,593 | ±694 | 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 | 18,853 | ±645 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,593 | ±694 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,260 | ±321 |
| Median Home Value | $317,200 | ±$8,083 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,791 | ±$110 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,442 | ±$4,368 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,379 | ±$1,842 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,548 | ±1,003 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,135 | ±1,150 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.7% | ±0.4% |
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: 218,150 (2024)
ID: 184710
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET
20 N MAIN ST, BROOKSVILLE FL 34601
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 06-12 | LAND O LAKES, FL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | NEW PORT RICHEY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEW PORT RICHEY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BROOKSVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BROOKSVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | NEW PORT RICHEY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKSVILLE, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | SPRING HILL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PORT RICHEY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PORT RICHEY, 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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Wilton Simpson Technical College
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College Vocational | 2.9 mi away | 4057 California Street, Brooksville, FL, 34604-0683 |
3527977018
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SPRING HILL BRANCH
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 9220 SPRING HILL DRIVE, SPRING HILL, FL, 34608 |
(352) 754-4043
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ATA Career Education
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College | 5.5 mi away | 7351 Spring Hill Drive, Suite 11, Spring Hill, FL, 34606 |
3526843007
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WEST HERNANDO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 6335 BLACKBIRD AVENUE, BROOKSVILLE, FL, 34613 |
(352) 754-4043
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Pasco-Hernando State College
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College | 16.4 mi away | 10230 Ridge Road, New Port Richey, FL, 34654-5199 |
7278472727
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HERNANDO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 238 HOWELL AVENUE, BROOKSVILLE, FL, 34601 |
(352) 754-4043
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Fred K Marchman Technical College
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College | 18.1 mi away | 7825 Campus Dr., New Port Richey, FL, 34653 |
7277741700
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HUDSON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 8012 LIBRARY ROAD, HUDSON, FL, 34667 |
(727) 861-3040
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Saint Leo University
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College | 18.2 mi away | 33701 County Road 52, Saint Leo, FL, 33574-6665 |
3525888200
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REGENCY PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 9701 LITTLE ROAD, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL, 34654 |
(727) 861-3049
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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 BROOKSVILLE HERNANDO CO AP, FL US, located 3.4 miles from ZCTA5 34609. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70.7° | 44.3° | 57.5° | 3.01" | — |
| February | 73.7° | 47.5° | 60.6° | 2.57" | — |
| March | 77.6° | 50.8° | 64.2° | 2.66" | — |
| April | 82.8° | 55.7° | 69.2° | 2.18" | — |
| May | 88.1° | 62.6° | 75.3° | 3.35" | — |
| June | 90.2° | 69.9° | 80.1° | 7.91" | — |
| July | 90.6° | 72.0° | 81.3° | 9.41" | — |
| August | 90.9° | 72.1° | 81.5° | 8.12" | — |
| September | 89.5° | 70.1° | 79.8° | 5.79" | — |
| October | 84.5° | 61.7° | 73.1° | 2.79" | — |
| November | 77.9° | 52.3° | 65.1° | 1.59" | — |
| December | 73.0° | 47.6° | 60.3° | 2.56" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Masaryktown CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Garden Grove CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| High Point CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Brookridge CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| South Brooksville CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 34609. • 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.