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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 34212 has 24,266 residents and 9,287 households (average 2.61 persons per household). The median age is 47.6 years, older than the state (43.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.8% male and 51.2% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (81.5%, much higher than the state average of 57.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 9.8%, 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:	24,266Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	24,467Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	30,724Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	1,090.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$119,298Source: Census ACS

Households:	9,287Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$478,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.61Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.59Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	14,986	15,443	15,213	15,663	16,032	16,827	17,863	19,301	21,244	22,119	22,962	23,754	24,467
Decennial Census	15,146	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	24,266	--	--	--

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: 47.6

Male Median Age: 47.6

Female Median Age: 47.7

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	478	687	815	886	553	412	464	594	648	768	822	971	876	931	895	630	255	155
Female	448	660	891	798	547	414	535	700	789	822	1,007	1,019	973	1,007	877	536	244	159
Total	926	1,347	1,706	1,684	1,100	826	999	1,294	1,437	1,590	1,829	1,990	1,849	1,938	1,772	1,166	499	314

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	19,786	81.07%
Black:	872	3.57%
Hispanic:*	2,371	9.72%
Asian:	820	3.36%
American Indian:	55	0.23%
Hawaiian:	11	0.05%
Other:	490	2.01%
Total:	24,405	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	11,840	48.79%	47.6 years
Females:	12,426	51.21%	47.7 years
Total:	24,266	100%	47.6 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	21,906	89.53%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	409	1.67%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	1,768	7.23%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	384	8.80%
Total Population:	24,467	100%
Total Native Population:	22,315	91.20%
Total Foreign-born Population:	2,152	8.80%

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 $119,298, which is far above the state median ($71,711), is up $37,406 (45.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $22,991. Family households earn a median of $135,589 versus $68,901 for nonfamily households (a difference of $66,688). By gender, male median income is $89,179 and female is $56,611, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($47,382), with a current gap of $32,568 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 56.8%, which is lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (51.1%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$81,892	$90,047	$87,415	$94,524	$91,958	$95,281	$92,940	$91,971	$96,307	$92,847	$98,293	$107,699	$119,298
Median Family Income	$95,281	$101,649	$102,441	$104,010	$102,525	$104,626	$104,925	$106,899	$110,758	$110,199	$117,128	$126,639	$135,589
Median NonFamily Income	$47,532	$49,565	$37,925	$38,897	$42,050	$45,652	$41,378	$41,676	$51,845	$47,610	$48,533	$60,515	$68,901
Median Male Income	$65,450	$70,769	$84,432	$85,038	$74,469	$70,672	$73,154	$69,702	$75,114	$76,425	$79,340	$88,181	$89,179
Median Female Income	$44,423	$46,045	$47,831	$46,978	$48,255	$46,857	$50,163	$52,820	$56,597	$42,486	$51,232	$51,582	$56,611

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	11,106	55.07%
Unemployed:	346	1.72%
Not In Labor Force:	8,716	43.22%
Total:	20,168	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	5,673	51.08%
Service:	1,668	15.02%
Sales and Office:	2,546	22.92%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	512	4.61%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	707	6.37%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	11,106	100%

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 $478,000, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $124,000 (35.03%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $123,000. The median gross rent is $1,799, which is much higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $494 (37.85%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $165. Of occupied housing, owners make up 84.15% (62.24% with a mortgage, 37.76% free-and-clear) and renters 15.85% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 17.25%, which is markedly above 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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$354,000	$321,300	$288,000	$277,400	$280,200	$295,900	$321,100	$339,100	$355,000	$362,200	$379,900	$441,800	$478,000

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	38	2.57%
$500 to $999:	191	12.91%
$1,000 to $1,499:	160	10.81%
$1,500 to $1,999:	544	36.76%
$2,000 to $2,499:	315	21.28%
$2,500 to $2,999:	48	3.24%
$3,000 or more:	132	8.92%
No Rent:	52	3.51%
Total:	1,480	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$1,305	$1,279	$1,390	$1,472	$1,424	$1,322	$1,374	$1,558	$1,634	$1,622	$1,703	$1,764	$1,799

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	4,890	52.37%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	2,967	31.78%
Renter Occupied:	1,480	15.85%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	9,337	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	9,337	82.75%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	1,946	17.25%
Total Housing Units:	11,283	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	9,110	80.74%
Multi-Family Units:	1,769	15.68%
Other Units:	404	3.58%
Total Housing Units:	11,283	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 48.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (33.20%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 96.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 9.20%, which is on par with the state rate (11.90%). The share of people in poverty is 1.80%, which is markedly below the state rate (8.90%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.20 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 (41.09%). College enrollment is 22.77%, 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)

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Less than 9th grade:	407	2.23%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	255	1.40%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	2,877	15.77%
Some college, no degree:	3,832	21.00%
Associate's degree:	2,032	11.13%
Bachelor's degree:	5,490	30.08%
Graduate or professional degree:	3,356	18.39%
Total:	18,249	100%
High school or higher:	17,587	96.37%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	8,846	48.47%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	18,964	66.50%
Public Insurance:	7,292	25.57%
No Insurance:	2,263	7.94%
Total:	28,519	100%
Has Health Insurance:	26,256	92.06%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	1.8%	1.5%	3.4%	2.4%	2.8%	2.8%	2.9%	2.0%	3.0%	2.2%	2.4%	2.6%	1.8%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	417	7.52%
Kindergarten:	200	3.61%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	2,279	41.09%
High school (grades 9-12):	1,387	25.01%
College or graduate school:	1,263	22.77%
Total:	5,546	100%
Early Childhood:	617	11.13%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	3,866	69.71%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Bradenton, Florida
City Alias:	Lakewood Ranch, Lakewood Rch
County:	Manatee County
Timezone:	Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:	10:09:08 PM
Population:	24,266 [See All]
Area Code:	941
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	27.4917, -82.3991
Land Area:	22.258 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/34212/zip-code-34212.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	11,772Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	149Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	28,174Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	6,621Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	1,461Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	437Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$25,074,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$107,756,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	2,393Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FLSource: Census
CBSA Number:	35840Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	865,031Source: Census
MSA:	Sarasota-Bradenton, FL MSASource: Census
Land Area:	22.258 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	2.854 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	16Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	875.33 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	1207950Source: Census
Place Name:	Bradenton city; FloridaSource: Census

ZIP Code 34212 in Bradenton, FL

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 34212

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 34212

Sources & References