ZIP Code 32439 in Freeport, FL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Freeport, Florida
Counties:Walton County[Primary]
Okaloosa County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:34:28 PM
Population:12,943 [See All]
Area Codes:850 / 448
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:30.4982, -86.1552
Land Area:96.504 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 32439 has 12,943 residents and 4,990 households (average 2.59 persons per household). The median age is 40.7 years, slightly younger than the state (43.0) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.8% male and 50.2% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.6%). Largest groups are White (83.0%, much higher than the state average of 57.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.0%, which is much lower than the state average (26.5%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:12,943Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:15,264Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:23,491Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:134.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$77,500Source: Census ACS
Households:4,990Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$343,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.59Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.78Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--7,5348,2387,8538,1078,2598,8668,9319,96410,41310,54513,30614,57215,264
Decennial Census7,715------------------12,943------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 40.7

Male Median Age: 40.3

Female Median Age: 41.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male40138739939932240442545141135341551946839034419010069
Female40638343234828738243245540535940052652540433621712178
Total8077708317476097868579068167128151,045993794680407221147
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:10,74581.69%
Black:2581.96%
Hispanic:*1,2979.86%
Asian:1431.09%
American Indian:1260.96%
Hawaiian:130.10%
Other:5724.35%
Total:13,154100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:6,44749.81%40.3 years
Females:6,49650.19%41.1 years
Total:12,943100%40.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:13,60689.14%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:3662.40%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3432.25%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:9498.46%
Total Population:15,264100%
Total Native Population:13,97291.54%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,2928.46%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $77,500, which is much higher than the state median ($71,711), is up $34,278 (79.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $22,599. Family households earn a median of $91,424 versus $49,534 for nonfamily households (a difference of $41,890). By gender, male median income is $60,588 and female is $52,689, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($47,382), with a current gap of $7,899 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 61.1%, which is trails slightly the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$43,222$42,991$46,206$50,355$45,988$53,284$55,360$54,637$54,901$68,076$68,341$71,685$77,500
Median Family Income$51,419$48,902$52,215$53,813$55,338$65,245$67,891$64,718$66,929$77,788$80,193$86,453$91,424
Median NonFamily Income$17,034$18,806$17,781$23,209$28,495$31,081$32,227$34,722$36,121$41,102$43,987$55,337$49,534
Median Male Income$38,380$32,336$36,627$35,495$36,481$40,575$37,178$37,341$38,010$41,905$50,526$54,269$60,588
Median Female Income$32,765$31,710$31,120$31,841$31,680$30,948$33,448$34,129$33,690$37,273$43,261$50,279$52,689
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:6,82158.41%
Unemployed:2251.93%
Not In Labor Force:4,63239.66%
Total:11,678100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:2,27033.28%
Service:1,47721.65%
Sales and Office:1,50622.08%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:73910.83%
Production, transportation, and material moving:82912.15%
Total Civilian Employed Population:6,821100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $343,900, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $162,900 (90.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $135,800. The median gross rent is $1,657, which is considerably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $805 (94.48%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $634. Of occupied housing, owners make up 74.41% (54.82% with a mortgage, 45.18% free-and-clear) and renters 25.59% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.46%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (15.19%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$181,000$166,200$153,700$164,200$178,700$199,400$202,400$208,500$208,100$207,100$257,700$311,700$343,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:523.43%
$500 to $999:1509.89%
$1,000 to $1,499:29119.18%
$1,500 to $1,999:63541.86%
$2,000 to $2,499:1207.91%
$2,500 to $2,999:1056.92%
$3,000 or more:322.11%
No Rent:1328.70%
Total:1,517100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$852$914$902$948$925$1,012$963$970$1,023$1,056$1,137$1,454$1,657
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,41840.79%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,99333.62%
Renter Occupied:1,51725.59%
Total Occupied Housing Units:5,928100%

Occupied Housing Units:5,92887.54%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):84412.46%
Total Housing Units:6,772100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:4,67969.09%
Multi-Family Units:3405.02%
Other Units:1,75325.89%
Total Housing Units:6,772100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 30.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is falls below the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 91.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 15.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 6.90%, which is on par with the state rate (8.90%), down 1.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.30 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (42.46%). College enrollment is 15.20%, which is markedly below the state rate (27.90%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:4093.98%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4394.28%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,64725.79%
Some college, no degree:2,37723.16%
Associate's degree:1,29512.62%
Bachelor's degree:2,23321.75%
Graduate or professional degree:8658.43%
Total:10,265100%
High school or higher:9,41791.74%
Bachelor's degree or higher:3,09830.18%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:9,23153.05%
Public Insurance:5,75833.09%
No Insurance:2,41013.85%
Total:17,399100%
Has Health Insurance:14,98986.15%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty7.9%7.4%8.3%6.0%8.4%8.2%9.3%9.2%9.2%6.5%7.1%6.3%6.9%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:48713.53%
Kindergarten:2978.25%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,52842.46%
High school (grades 9-12):74020.56%
College or graduate school:54715.20%
Total:3,599100%
Early Childhood:78421.78%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2,56571.27%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 32439 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 397 business establishments, employing about 2,841 people with an annual payroll of $143,239,000. USPS data shows 9,070 residential mailboxes and 319 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:9,070Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:319Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:9,568Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:4,997Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:2,036Source: USPS
# of Businesses:397Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$34,843,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$143,239,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,841Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 32439 is located in Walton County, Florida, within the Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 18880) and Florida's 1st and 2nd Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 294,127 people, about 4.40% of whom live in ZIP Code 32439. It covers 96.504 sq mi of land and a water area of 2.92 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FLSource: Census
CBSA Number:18880Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:294,127Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:96.504 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:2.92 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:01,02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:4016.3, 8613.58 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1224825Source: Census
Place Name:Freeport city; FloridaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


32440 | | 32438

Schools in ZIP Code 32439


ZIP Code 32439 is in the Walton County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Freeport Senior High School 12615 US Highway 331 S
Freeport, FL 32439
District: Walton County School District
Freeport Elementary School 15381 US Highwayy 331 S
Freeport, FL 32439
District: Walton County School District
Freeport Middle School 360 Kylea Laird Dr
Freeport, FL 32439
District: Walton County School District
Sweetbay Montessori School 75 Bay Grove Blvd
Freeport, FL 32439
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 32439


Emerald Coast Technical College 761 N 20th St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
Type: Post Secondary
Northwest Florida State College 100 College Boulevard
Niceville, FL 32578-1295
Type: Post Secondary
Okaloosa Technical College 1976 Lewis Turner Blvd
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Type: Post Secondary
Gulf Coast State College 5230 West U.s. Highway 98
Panama City, FL 32401
Type: Post Secondary
Tom P Haney Technical Center 3016 Hwy 77 N
Panama City, FL 32405
Type: Post Secondary
Florida Panhandle Technical College 757 Hoyt Street
Chipley, FL 32428-1618
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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