ZIP Code 33825 in Avon Park, FL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Avon Park, Florida
Counties:Highlands County[Primary]
Polk County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:10:03:33 PM
Population:24,943 [See All]
Area Code:863
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:27.5838, -81.3846
Land Area:112.761 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 33825 has 24,943 residents and 9,839 households (average 2.35 persons per household). The median age is 49.4 years, older than the state (43.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.2% male and 48.8% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.6%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (61.0%, higher than the state average of 57.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (24.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 24.3%, which is higher than the national average (18.7%).

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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:24,943Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:24,974Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:25,885Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:221.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$46,604Source: Census ACS
Households:9,839Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$152,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.35Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.15Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--25,01925,88825,90825,84825,48826,18725,42526,52626,42028,15125,26425,39324,974
Decennial Census24,942------------------24,943------
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: 49.4

Male Median Age: 47.1

Female Median Age: 51.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male567589773664628660765708709697699844885923885795540435
Female5466296586495235876125525185876228179051,0251,032902529484
Total1,1131,2181,4311,3131,1511,2471,3771,2601,2271,2841,3211,6611,7901,9481,9171,6971,069919
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:15,22053.53%
Black:4,47415.73%
Hispanic:*6,06221.32%
Asian:4531.59%
American Indian:1370.48%
Hawaiian:80.03%
Other:2,0807.32%
Total:28,434100%
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:12,76651.18%47.1 years
Females:12,17748.82%51.8 years
Total:24,943100%49.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:20,68682.83%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1,7246.90%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,3485.40%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,21610.27%
Total Population:24,974100%
Total Native Population:22,41089.73%
Total Foreign-born Population:2,56410.27%
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 $46,604, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $13,269 (39.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $8,025. Family households earn a median of $55,085 versus $28,455 for nonfamily households (a difference of $26,630). By gender, male median income is $37,759 and female is $38,202, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $443 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 41.0%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.7%, which is markedly higher than the state rate (4.8%). The largest occupation group is Management (25.6%).

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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$33,335$32,712$34,377$35,256$34,721$35,100$36,123$36,595$38,579$40,034$41,275$46,017$46,604
Median Family Income$41,687$40,791$40,313$39,151$37,323$36,995$40,332$42,880$47,460$46,117$48,502$56,855$55,085
Median NonFamily Income$19,882$20,665$23,242$25,149$25,466$25,653$25,307$25,670$25,780$25,560$24,860$29,841$28,455
Median Male Income$28,767$28,791$32,045$32,338$32,012$32,198$32,481$32,777$35,047$35,024$36,811$37,490$37,759
Median Female Income$28,470$26,933$29,848$30,142$30,218$28,741$29,341$27,206$29,224$30,806$31,938$35,986$38,202
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:8,26238.26%
Unemployed:5902.73%
Not In Labor Force:12,74159.01%
Total:21,593100%
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:2,11125.55%
Service:1,88122.77%
Sales and Office:1,68220.36%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,59819.34%
Production, transportation, and material moving:99011.98%
Total Civilian Employed Population:8,262100%
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 $152,400, which is well under the state median ($325,000), is up $50,300 (49.27%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $62,500. The median gross rent is $902, which is well under the state median ($1,564), is up $266 (41.82%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $100. Of occupied housing, owners make up 74.36% (31.33% with a mortgage, 68.67% free-and-clear) and renters 25.64% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 16.87%, which is considerably 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$102,100$87,500$83,300$78,500$74,300$78,500$79,800$82,800$89,900$107,800$113,400$123,600$152,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:2429.07%
$500 to $999:1,31949.44%
$1,000 to $1,499:82831.03%
$1,500 to $1,999:833.11%
$2,000 to $2,499:521.95%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:150.56%
No Rent:1294.84%
Total:2,668100%
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$636$656$659$664$666$678$723$757$802$744$766$865$902
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,42523.30%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):5,31451.06%
Renter Occupied:2,66825.64%
Total Occupied Housing Units:10,407100%

Occupied Housing Units:10,40783.13%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2,11216.87%
Total Housing Units:12,519100%
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:7,62860.93%
Multi-Family Units:1,79314.32%
Other Units:3,09824.75%
Total Housing Units:12,519100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 13.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 83.00%, which is markedly below the state rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 13.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 57.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 15.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.20 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.92%). College enrollment is 31.09%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), 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:1,2726.61%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2,00210.41%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):6,99736.37%
Some college, no degree:4,57523.78%
Associate's degree:1,8159.44%
Bachelor's degree:1,5377.99%
Graduate or professional degree:1,0385.40%
Total:19,236100%
High school or higher:15,96282.98%
Bachelor's degree or higher:2,57513.39%
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:11,99142.25%
Public Insurance:13,34447.01%
No Insurance:3,04910.74%
Total:28,384100%
Has Health Insurance:25,33589.26%
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 Poverty15.1%17.4%16.9%17.5%17.3%21.0%18.0%18.1%17.3%15.9%13.7%14.9%15.1%
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:2375.53%
Kindergarten:1222.85%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,79641.92%
High school (grades 9-12):79718.60%
College or graduate school:1,33231.09%
Total:4,284100%
Early Childhood:3598.38%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2,71563.38%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 33825 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 361 business establishments, employing about 3,605 people with an annual payroll of $140,682,000. USPS data shows 11,015 residential mailboxes and 521 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:11,015Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:521Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:15,515Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:8,329Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:125Source: USPS
# of Businesses:361Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$35,589,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$140,682,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:3,605Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 33825 is located in Highlands County, Florida, within the Sebring, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 42700) and Florida's 18th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 103,808 people, about 24.03% of whom live in ZIP Code 33825. It covers 112.761 sq mi of land and a water area of 13.125 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Sebring, FLSource: Census
CBSA Number:42700Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:103,808Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:112.761 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:13.125 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:18Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:1512.55 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1202750Source: Census
Place Name:Avon Park city; FloridaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


33826 | | 33823

Schools in ZIP Code 33825


ZIP Code 33825 is in the Highlands County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 5 public schools and 3 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.

Avon Elementary School 705 Winthrop St
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Highlands County School District
Avon Park Middle School 401 S Lake Ave
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Highlands County School District
Avon Park High School 700 E Main St
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Highlands County School District
Park Elementary School 327 E Palmetto St
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Highlands County School District
Memorial Elementary School 867 Memorial Dr
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Highlands County School District
Cornerstone Christian Academy 2600 N Highlands Blvd
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Private School
Parkview Pre-K And Prep Academy 107 A Miracle Ave
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Private School
Walker Memorial Academy 1525 W Avon Blvd
Avon Park, FL 33825
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 33825


South Florida State College 600 W College Dr
Avon Park, FL 33825-9356
Type: Post Secondary
Ur Beauty & Barber Academy 3750 Emergency Lane Ste3
Sebring, FL 33870-2128
Type: Post Secondary
Webber International University 1201 N Scenic Hwy
Babson Park, FL 33827-0096
Type: Post Secondary
Warner University 13895 Hwy 27
Lake Wales, FL 33859-8797
Type: Post Secondary
Ruben's Five Star Academy 104 State Road 60 West
Lake Wales, FL 33853-4409
Type: Post Secondary
Polk State College 999 Avenue H Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881-4299
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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