ZIP Code 32966 in Vero Beach, FL

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Vero Beach, Florida
City Alias:Citrus Ridge
County:Indian River County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:9:45:00 PM
Population:19,724 [See All]
Area Code:772
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:27.6494, -80.6517
Land Area:259.613 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 32966 has 19,724 residents and 10,088 households (average 1.94 persons per household). The median age is 61.9 years, significantly older than the state (43.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.1% male and 53.9% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.9%, much higher than the state average of 57.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 9.1%, 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:19,724Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:20,025Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:24,826Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:76.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$63,144Source: Census ACS
Households:10,088Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$264,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.94Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.12Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--15,23515,18015,51015,59815,53116,26216,88917,86818,46219,95718,91619,41920,025
Decennial Census15,626------------------19,724------
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: 61.9

Male Median Age: 60.2

Female Median Age: 63.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male276321355363347378347338357365468607803900986724533631
Female2722673153313283453403303634295627819981,1801,242907738897
Total5485886706946757236876687207941,0301,3881,8012,0802,2281,6311,2711,528
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:16,75183.57%
Black:5722.85%
Hispanic:*1,7948.95%
Asian:3701.85%
American Indian:490.24%
Hawaiian:40.02%
Other:5052.52%
Total:20,045100%
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:9,09946.13%60.2 years
Females:10,62553.87%63.2 years
Total:19,724100%61.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:17,93089.54%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:5912.95%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,0075.03%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:4977.51%
Total Population:20,025100%
Total Native Population:18,52192.49%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,5047.51%
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 $63,144, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $20,698 (48.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,972. Family households earn a median of $83,121 versus $37,192 for nonfamily households (a difference of $45,929). By gender, male median income is $70,297 and female is $48,459, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $21,838 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 38.8%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is notably higher than the state rate (4.8%). The largest occupation group is Management (42.1%).

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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$42,446$43,098$43,825$43,845$42,023$43,745$44,357$46,464$50,172$53,750$57,851$65,923$63,144
Median Family Income$52,889$52,326$52,969$54,797$54,612$54,225$54,174$59,010$66,760$71,387$76,372$83,856$83,121
Median NonFamily Income$32,053$32,056$32,175$31,031$29,299$28,325$30,218$31,214$32,468$32,100$35,366$37,848$37,192
Median Male Income$46,044$49,889$48,962$50,503$48,668$44,757$43,029$45,991$47,978$56,106$63,543$69,063$70,297
Median Female Income$31,917$34,347$35,817$37,319$36,082$35,145$29,549$29,511$37,833$42,682$42,161$45,566$48,459
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:6,40935.94%
Unemployed:4142.32%
Not In Labor Force:11,00861.74%
Total:17,831100%
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:2,70142.14%
Service:93614.60%
Sales and Office:1,68926.35%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:6099.50%
Production, transportation, and material moving:4747.40%
Total Civilian Employed Population:6,409100%
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 $264,300, which is considerably lower than the state median ($325,000), is up $135,500 (105.20%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $119,600. The median gross rent is $1,442, which is below the state median ($1,564), is up $375 (35.15%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $350. Of occupied housing, owners make up 76.33% (39.62% with a mortgage, 60.38% free-and-clear) and renters 23.67% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 18.67%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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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$128,800$110,900$112,500$103,300$102,500$101,300$110,500$123,100$144,700$172,700$204,800$251,100$264,300
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:23610.31%
$1,000 to $1,499:89639.16%
$1,500 to $1,999:52923.12%
$2,000 to $2,499:974.24%
$2,500 to $2,999:873.80%
$3,000 or more:23910.45%
No Rent:2048.92%
Total:2,288100%
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$1,067$930$884$903$881$927$998$1,037$1,092$1,115$1,193$1,328$1,442
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,92430.24%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):4,45646.09%
Renter Occupied:2,28823.67%
Total Occupied Housing Units:9,668100%

Occupied Housing Units:9,66881.33%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2,21918.67%
Total Housing Units:11,887100%
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:6,56755.25%
Multi-Family Units:2,27219.11%
Other Units:3,04825.64%
Total Housing Units:11,887100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 32.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 96.60%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 6.20%, which is generally lower than the state rate (11.90%). Public coverage is 55.30%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 4.90%, which is markedly below the state rate (8.90%), down 2.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.30 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 (38.39%). College enrollment is 22.45%, which is on par with the state rate (27.90%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:1340.79%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:4332.57%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):5,19330.81%
Some college, no degree:3,71922.06%
Associate's degree:1,86711.08%
Bachelor's degree:3,39520.14%
Graduate or professional degree:2,11512.55%
Total:16,856100%
High school or higher:16,28996.64%
Bachelor's degree or higher:5,51032.69%
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:13,44852.51%
Public Insurance:10,93442.70%
No Insurance:1,2264.79%
Total:25,608100%
Has Health Insurance:24,38295.21%
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 Poverty7.1%7.7%8.1%6.8%5.0%5.6%4.1%4.6%5.2%5.8%4.9%5.3%4.9%
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:2719.55%
Kindergarten:1103.88%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,08938.39%
High school (grades 9-12):73025.73%
College or graduate school:63722.45%
Total:2,837100%
Early Childhood:38113.43%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,92967.99%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 32966 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 514 business establishments, employing about 7,271 people with an annual payroll of $267,142,000. USPS data shows 12,797 residential mailboxes and 459 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:12,797Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:459Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:13,017Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5,617Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:4,398Source: USPS
# of Businesses:514Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$66,365,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$267,142,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:7,271Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 32966 is located in Indian River County, Florida, within the Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42680) and Florida's 8th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 163,856 people, about 12.04% of whom live in ZIP Code 32966. It covers 259.613 sq mi of land and a water area of 10.684 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor, FLSource: Census
CBSA Number:42680Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:163,856Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:259.613 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:10.684 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:08Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:1752.06 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1274150Source: Census
Place Name:Vero Beach city; FloridaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


32967 | | 32965

Schools in ZIP Code 32966


ZIP Code 32966 is in the Indian River County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 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.

Indian River Charter High School 6055 College Ln
Vero Beach, FL 32966
District: Indian River County School District
Master's Academy Of Vero Beach 1105 58th Ave
Vero Beach, FL 32966
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 32966


Treasure Coast Technical College 4680 28th Court
Vero Beach, FL 32967-3527
Type: Post Secondary
Aviator College Of Aeronautical Science And Technology 3800 St Lucie Blvd
Fort Pierce, FL 34946
Type: Post Secondary
Indian River State College 3209 Virginia Ave
Fort Pierce, FL 34981-5596
Type: Post Secondary
Fort Pierce Beauty Academy 3028 S US 1
Fort Pierce, FL 34982-6333
Type: Post Secondary
Florida Institute Of Technology-Online 150 West University Blvd
Melbourne, FL 32901-6975
Type: Post Secondary
Florida Institute Of Technology 150 West University Boulevard
Melbourne, FL 32901-6975
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 November 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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