ZIP Code 34731, Florida
ZIP Code 34731 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 34731 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lake County / Sumter County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,196. The land area covers 15.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,196 | ±1,148 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs | ±4.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,075 | ±478 | 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 | 6,344 | ±561 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,075 | ±478 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,269 | ±393 |
| Median Home Value | $199,800 | ±$38,374 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,286 | ±$301 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,300 | ±$13,178 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,792 | ±$4,569 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,254 | ±585 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,189 | ±708 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.3% | ±1.9% |
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: 444,204 (2024)
ID: 161556
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
315 W MAIN ST, TAVARES FL 32778-3813
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | EUSTIS, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BELLEVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BELLEVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BELLEVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BELLEVIEW, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LEESBURG, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BUSHNELL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LEESBURG, FL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | MOUNT DORA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | OCALA, 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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Beacon College
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College | 4.2 mi away | 105 E Main St, Leesburg, FL, 34748 |
3527877660
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FRUITLAND PARK LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 604 WEST BERCKMAN STREET, FRUITLAND PARK, FL, 34731 |
(352) 360-6561
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Lake-Sumter State College
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College | 6.7 mi away | 9501 US Hwy 441, Leesburg, FL, 34788-8751 |
3527873747
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LADY LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 225 W. GUAVA ST., LADY LAKE, FL, 32159 |
(352) 753-2957
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Tenaj Salon Institute
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College Vocational | 9.0 mi away | 11915 County Road 103, The Villages, FL, 32162 |
35225967164
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LEESBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 100 EAST MAIN STREET, LEESBURG, FL, 34748 |
(352) 728-9790
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Lake Technical College
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 2001 Kurt Street, Eustis, FL, 32726 |
35258922501800
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THE VILLAGES PUBLIC LIBRARY AT PINELLAS PLAZA
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 7375 POWELL ROAD SUITE 100, WILDWOOD, FL, 34785 |
(352) 689-4580
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THE VILLAGES PUBLIC LIBRARY AT BELVEDERE
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 325 BELVEDERE BOULEVARD, THE VILLAGES, FL, 32162 |
(352) 689-4690
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TAVARES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 314 NORTH NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE, TAVARES, FL, 32778 |
(352) 742-6204
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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 LEESBURG MUNI AP, FL US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 34731. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69.9° | 48.9° | 59.4° | 2.51" | — |
| February | 73.3° | 52.0° | 62.6° | 2.08" | — |
| March | 77.3° | 56.0° | 66.6° | 3.22" | — |
| April | 82.7° | 61.7° | 72.2° | 2.04" | — |
| May | 88.1° | 67.7° | 77.9° | 2.68" | — |
| June | 90.7° | 73.1° | 81.9° | 6.98" | — |
| July | 91.1° | 74.9° | 83.0° | 5.88" | — |
| August | 91.7° | 75.0° | 83.3° | 6.63" | — |
| September | 89.7° | 73.1° | 81.4° | 5.21" | — |
| October | 84.5° | 66.1° | 75.3° | 2.62" | — |
| November | 77.3° | 57.1° | 67.2° | 1.76" | — |
| December | 72.4° | 52.0° | 62.2° | 2.17" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fruitland Park city | City | 2.7 mi | — |
| Lady Lake town | Town | 4.1 mi | — |
| The Villages CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Silver Lake CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Lisbon CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Wildwood city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 34731. • 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.