ZIP Code 34222 in Ellenton, FL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Ellenton, Florida
County:Manatee County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:10:09:19 PM
Population:14,097 [See All]
Area Code:941
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:27.5368, -82.5040
Land Area:5.319 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 34222 has 14,097 residents and 6,462 households (average 2.18 persons per household). The median age is 57.4 years, significantly older than the state (43.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.4% male and 53.6% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (77.9%, much higher than the state average of 57.7% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (12.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 12.8%, 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:14,097Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:14,529Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:17,363Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,650.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$66,105Source: Census ACS
Households:6,462Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$194,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.18Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--11,08211,47011,05511,52110,84311,16110,97611,18411,65912,46613,07613,97514,529
Decennial Census11,952------------------14,097------
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: 57.4

Male Median Age: 56.4

Female Median Age: 58.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male290285352329260201242290282265345509526620671518347208
Female237296339350269219320336334373381556740774802606355270
Total5275816916795294205626266166387261,0651,2661,3941,4731,124702478
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:10,98174.27%
Black:1,0777.28%
Hispanic:*1,80112.18%
Asian:2571.74%
American Indian:560.38%
Hawaiian:30.02%
Other:6114.13%
Total:14,786100%
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:6,54046.39%56.4 years
Females:7,55753.61%58.2 years
Total:14,097100%57.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:13,17990.71%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2241.54%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3442.37%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:7827.75%
Total Population:14,529100%
Total Native Population:13,40392.25%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,1267.75%
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 $66,105, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $26,558 (67.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,387. Family households earn a median of $84,250 versus $32,290 for nonfamily households (a difference of $51,960). By gender, male median income is $48,584 and female is $52,149, which is much higher than the state female median ($47,382), with a current gap of $3,565 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 48.3%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.2%).

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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$39,547$35,284$35,750$36,935$38,396$39,073$46,348$51,103$54,718$57,047$58,915$63,142$66,105
Median Family Income$47,689$46,650$48,213$47,849$52,500$54,804$61,433$62,725$64,313$65,071$69,655$74,961$84,250
Median NonFamily Income$23,934$20,621$20,880$21,741$20,644$22,043$25,658$30,254$30,995$27,443$33,194$34,724$32,290
Median Male Income$49,000$48,860$49,299$44,066$51,038$44,871$49,479$51,027$55,355$50,972$55,852$51,063$48,584
Median Female Income$34,342$34,071$36,577$37,412$39,875$38,427$40,222$40,607$42,658$40,610$46,587$50,182$52,149
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:5,70946.63%
Unemployed:1561.27%
Not In Labor Force:6,37852.10%
Total:12,243100%
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:1,89333.16%
Service:1,39824.49%
Sales and Office:1,33223.33%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:4307.53%
Production, transportation, and material moving:65611.49%
Total Civilian Employed Population:5,709100%
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 $194,300, which is far less than the state median ($325,000), is up $120,800 (164.35%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $92,600. The median gross rent is $1,525, which is markedly greater than the national median ($1,348), is up $671 (78.57%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $536. Of occupied housing, owners make up 81.78% (37.65% with a mortgage, 62.35% free-and-clear) and renters 18.22% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 21.71%, 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$73,500$65,900$49,200$47,800$58,900$70,700$77,500$95,100$101,700$120,200$150,900$166,400$194,300
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 $999:1139.99%
$1,000 to $1,499:41236.43%
$1,500 to $1,999:46040.67%
$2,000 to $2,499:837.34%
$2,500 to $2,999:100.88%
$3,000 or more:181.59%
No Rent:353.09%
Total:1,131100%
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$854$868$880$901$920$938$986$1,011$989$1,108$1,194$1,388$1,525
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,91230.79%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,16650.99%
Renter Occupied:1,13118.22%
Total Occupied Housing Units:6,209100%

Occupied Housing Units:6,20978.29%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,72221.71%
Total Housing Units:7,931100%
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:3,08738.92%
Multi-Family Units:4745.98%
Other Units:4,37055.10%
Total Housing Units:7,931100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 23.10% 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 92.30%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.70%, which is markedly below the state rate (11.90%). Public coverage is 47.90%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 5.30%, which is generally lower than the state rate (8.90%), down 5.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.70 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.95%). College enrollment is 26.34%, 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:2832.57%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:5615.10%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,96336.05%
Some college, no degree:2,52522.97%
Associate's degree:1,11810.17%
Bachelor's degree:1,60914.64%
Graduate or professional degree:9338.49%
Total:10,992100%
High school or higher:10,14892.32%
Bachelor's degree or higher:2,54223.13%
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:10,08356.56%
Public Insurance:6,92738.85%
No Insurance:8184.59%
Total:17,828100%
Has Health Insurance:17,01095.41%
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 Poverty10.9%13.1%12.6%9.5%7.3%7.1%5.3%7.3%6.0%5.9%6.6%6.4%5.3%
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:852.86%
Kindergarten:1133.80%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,24941.95%
High school (grades 9-12):74625.06%
College or graduate school:78426.34%
Total:2,977100%
Early Childhood:1986.65%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2,10870.81%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 34222 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 364 business establishments, employing about 3,626 people with an annual payroll of $103,697,000. USPS data shows 7,965 residential mailboxes and 354 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:7,965Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:354Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:14,057Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:3,763Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,117Source: USPS
# of Businesses:364Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$25,661,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$103,697,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:3,626Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 34222 is located in Manatee County, Florida, within the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 35840) and Florida's 16th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 865,031 people, about 1.63% of whom live in ZIP Code 34222. It covers 5.319 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.67 sq mi.

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:5.319 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.67 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:1220375Source: Census
Place Name:Ellenton CDP; FloridaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


34223 | | 34221

Schools in ZIP Code 34222


We could not locate which school district 34222 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Blackburn Elementary School 3904 17th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
District: Manatee County School DistrictNearby
Virgil Mills Elementary School 7200 69th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
District: Manatee County School DistrictNearby
Parrish Charter Academy 8605 Erie Rd
Parrish, FL 34219
District: Manatee County School DistrictNearby
Buffalo Creek Middle School 7320 69th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
District: Manatee County School DistrictNearby
James Tillman Elementary Magnet School 1415 29th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
District: Manatee County School DistrictNearby
Educational Harbor 415 49th St E
Palmetto, FL 34221
District: Private SchoolNearby
Lighthouse Preparatory Christian School 1501 7th Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34208
District: Private SchoolNearby
Tabernacle Christian School 1218 7th Ave E
Bradenton, FL 34208
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 34222


Manatee Technical College 6305 State Rd 70 East
Bradenton, FL 34203
Type: Post Secondary
State College Of Florida-Manatee-Sarasota 5840 26th St W
Bradenton, FL 34207
Type: Post Secondary
Sarasota School Of Massage Therapy 5899 Whitfield Ave Suite 300
Sarasota, FL 34243-6130
Type: Post Secondary
New College Of Florida 5800 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34243-2109
Type: Post Secondary
Keiser University-Sarasota 6151 Lake Osprey Dr.
Sarasota, FL 34240
Type: Post Secondary
Everglades University-Sarasota 6001 Lake Osprey Drive #110
Sarasota, FL 34240-0000
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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