ZIP Code 33839 in Eagle Lake, FL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Eagle Lake, Florida
County:Polk County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:10:03:51 PM
Population:3,827 [See All]
Area Code:863
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:27.9838, -81.7560
Land Area:3.106 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 33839 has 3,827 residents and 1,317 households (average 2.91 persons per household). The median age is 34.9 years, significantly younger than the state (43.0) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.1% male and 49.9% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (48.6%). Largest groups are White (63.9%, higher than the state average of 57.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (26.5%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 26.5%, which is much 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:3,827Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:4,397Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:6,905Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,232.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$93,229Source: Census ACS
Households:1,317Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$234,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.91Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.11Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--2,5812,9442,8802,9722,8352,7872,9843,2673,3563,5654,2213,6494,397
Decennial Census2,756------------------3,827------
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: 34.9

Male Median Age: 33.2

Female Median Age: 36.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male131164163156119158110126104891131421117864462814
Female108138137112116157148145110901401231037387583333
Total2393023002682353152582712141792532652141511511046147
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:2,44455.70%
Black:45710.41%
Hispanic:*1,01523.13%
Asian:441.00%
American Indian:260.59%
Hawaiian:10.02%
Other:4019.14%
Total:4,388100%
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:1,91650.07%33.2 years
Females:1,91149.93%36.3 years
Total:3,827100%34.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,97390.36%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2285.19%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1162.64%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:804.46%
Total Population:4,397100%
Total Native Population:4,20195.54%
Total Foreign-born Population:1964.46%
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 $93,229, which is considerably higher than the state median ($71,711), is up $49,622 (113.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $42,894. Family households earn a median of $95,053 versus $44,479 for nonfamily households (a difference of $50,574). By gender, male median income is $54,300 and female is $34,185, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $20,115 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 74.1%, which is much higher than the state rate (59.6%). The unemployment rate is 2.4%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (33.5%).

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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$43,607$46,402$40,274$39,219$40,135$41,835$41,733$45,417$50,335$57,204$65,417$75,972$93,229
Median Family Income$47,986$49,182$46,667$41,740$44,375$53,000$55,391$56,719$62,833$73,056$73,503$78,186$95,053
Median NonFamily Income$42,766$43,229$33,750$32,917$31,875$27,188$27,396$29,741$30,809$26,250$31,625$46,667$44,479
Median Male Income$37,198$36,935$42,065$43,525$41,794$41,796$41,616$40,861$41,034$40,223$40,663$46,352$54,300
Median Female Income$30,613$31,321$30,144$29,479$30,250$37,893$37,321$40,319$40,514$40,016$36,910$37,833$34,185
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:2,19372.35%
Unemployed:541.78%
Not In Labor Force:78425.87%
Total:3,031100%
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:53424.35%
Service:42419.33%
Sales and Office:73533.52%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1667.57%
Production, transportation, and material moving:33415.23%
Total Civilian Employed Population:2,193100%
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 $234,600, which is far less than the state median ($325,000), is up $109,000 (86.78%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $104,900. The median gross rent is $1,479, which is notably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $549 (59.03%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $656. Of occupied housing, owners make up 77.54% (69.02% with a mortgage, 30.98% free-and-clear) and renters 22.46% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 17.89%, which is far 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$125,600$114,300$95,700$93,200$89,800$107,100$99,900$112,700$129,700$130,100$142,300$172,000$234,600
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 $999:4514.85%
$1,000 to $1,499:10133.33%
$1,500 to $1,999:3611.88%
$2,000 to $2,499:10534.65%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:165.28%
Total:303100%
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$930$973$942$903$839$859$823$842$823$870$1,002$1,283$1,479
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):72253.52%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):32424.02%
Renter Occupied:30322.46%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,349100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,34982.11%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):29417.89%
Total Housing Units:1,643100%
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:1,45888.74%
Multi-Family Units:935.66%
Other Units:925.60%
Total Housing Units:1,643100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 12.70% 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 88.60%, which is on par with the state rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 13.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 22.10%, which is generally lower than the state rate (37.00%). The share of people in poverty is 8.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), up 1.40 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.80 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (58.66%). College enrollment is 17.90%, 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:572.14%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2489.31%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):83531.34%
Some college, no degree:1,00437.69%
Associate's degree:1836.87%
Bachelor's degree:2419.05%
Graduate or professional degree:963.60%
Total:2,664100%
High school or higher:2,35988.55%
Bachelor's degree or higher:33712.65%
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:3,10766.79%
Public Insurance:97120.87%
No Insurance:57412.34%
Total:4,652100%
Has Health Insurance:4,07887.66%
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 Poverty7.5%9.0%15.0%17.2%18.1%20.4%19.5%12.8%10.7%7.5%9.3%8.8%8.9%
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:705.03%
Kindergarten:1067.62%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):81658.66%
High school (grades 9-12):15010.78%
College or graduate school:24917.90%
Total:1,391100%
Early Childhood:17612.65%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,07277.07%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 33839 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 52 business establishments, employing about 282 people with an annual payroll of $10,362,000. USPS data shows 2,373 residential mailboxes and 72 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:2,373Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:72Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:3,800Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,180Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:52Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$2,654,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$10,362,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:282Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 33839 is located in Polk County, Florida, within the Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 29460) and Florida's 18th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 760,961 people, about 0.50% of whom live in ZIP Code 33839. It covers 3.106 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.838 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Lakeland-Winter Haven, FLSource: Census
CBSA Number:29460Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:760,961Source: Census
MSA:Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL MSASource: Census
Land Area:3.106 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.838 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:1218875Source: Census
Place Name:Eagle Lake city; FloridaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


33840 | | 33838

Schools in ZIP Code 33839


ZIP Code 33839 is in the Polk County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 public schools and 2 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.

Eagle Lake Elementary School 400 Crystal Beach Rd
Eagle Lake, FL 33839
District: Polk County School District
Lake Region High School 1995 Thunder Rd
Eagle Lake, FL 33839
District: Polk County School District
Pinewood Elementary School 1400 Gilbert St
Eagle Lake, FL 33839
District: Polk County School District
Jordan Christian Prep 1770 Gilbert St
Eagle Lake, FL 33839
District: Private School
Bethel Christian Academy 75 Don Polston Dr
Eagle Lake, FL 33839
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 33839


Polk State College 999 Avenue H Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881-4299
Type: Post Secondary
Traviss Technical College 3225 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
Type: Post Secondary
Ridge Technical College 7700 State Rd 544
Winter Haven, FL 33881-9518
Type: Post Secondary
Southeastern University 1000 Longfellow Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33801-6034
Type: Post Secondary
Ruben's Five Star Academy 104 State Road 60 West
Lake Wales, FL 33853-4409
Type: Post Secondary
Florida Southern College 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr
Lakeland, FL 33801-5698
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 Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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