ZIP Code 34785, Florida
ZIP Code 34785 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 34785 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sumter County, Florida. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,568. The land area covers 64.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,568 | ±1,317 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.7 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,978 | ±743 | 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 | 9,713 | ±760 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,978 | ±743 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,735 | ±351 |
| Median Home Value | $387,600 | ±$43,558 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,217 | ±$168 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,136 | ±$9,552 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,891 | ±$3,124 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,224 | ±627 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±4.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,096 | ±840 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95% | ±2.6% |
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: 154,693 (2024)
ID: 101913
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
7375 POWELL RD, WILDWOOD FL 34785-4203
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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 | 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 | PK-12 | BUSHNELL, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FLORAL CITY, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | FRUITLAND PARK, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | SUMMERFIELD, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | OCALA, FL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAKE PANASOFFKEE, 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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Tenaj Salon Institute
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College Vocational | 6.1 mi away | 11915 County Road 103, The Villages, FL, 32162 |
35225967164
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THE VILLAGES PUBLIC LIBRARY AT PINELLAS PLAZA
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 7375 POWELL ROAD SUITE 100, WILDWOOD, FL, 34785 |
(352) 689-4580
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Beacon College
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College | 11.7 mi away | 105 E Main St, Leesburg, FL, 34748 |
3527877660
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THE VILLAGES PUBLIC LIBRARY AT BELVEDERE
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 325 BELVEDERE BOULEVARD, THE VILLAGES, FL, 32162 |
(352) 689-4690
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Lake-Sumter State College
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College | 16.1 mi away | 9501 US Hwy 441, Leesburg, FL, 34788-8751 |
3527873747
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PANASOFFKEE COMMUNITY LIBRARY, INC.
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 1500 COUNTY ROAD 459, LAKE PANASOFFKEE, FL, 33538 |
(352) 569-1940
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Withlacoochee Technical College
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College | 17.1 mi away | 1201 W Main St, Inverness, FL, 34450-4301 |
3527262430
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FRUITLAND PARK LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 604 WEST BERCKMAN STREET, FRUITLAND PARK, FL, 34731 |
(352) 360-6561
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Lake Technical College
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College Vocational | 22.5 mi away | 2001 Kurt Street, Eustis, FL, 32726 |
35258922501800
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LADY LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 225 W. GUAVA ST., LADY LAKE, FL, 32159 |
(352) 753-2957
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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 INVERNESS 3 SE, FL US, located 15.4 miles from ZCTA5 34785. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69.3° | 42.6° | 56.0° | 2.97" | 0.0" |
| February | 72.3° | 45.6° | 58.9° | 2.69" | 0.0" |
| March | 76.8° | 49.4° | 63.1° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| April | 82.0° | 54.9° | 68.5° | 2.69" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.9° | 61.8° | 74.8° | 3.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.1° | 69.2° | 79.7° | 8.13" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.6° | 70.9° | 80.7° | 7.80" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.4° | 71.1° | 80.7° | 8.69" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.8° | 69.0° | 78.9° | 5.81" | 0.0" |
| October | 83.7° | 61.2° | 72.4° | 2.92" | 0.0" |
| November | 76.9° | 51.7° | 64.3° | 1.83" | 0.0" |
| December | 72.4° | 45.7° | 59.0° | 2.48" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coleman city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Wildwood city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| The Villages CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Lake Panasoffkee CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Fruitland Park city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Lady Lake town | Town | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 34785. • 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.