ZIP Code 34736 in Groveland, FL

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Groveland, Florida
County:Lake County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:43:19 PM
Population:24,679 [See All]
Area Code:352
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:28.5386, -81.8674
Land Area:115.065 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 34736 has 24,679 residents and 8,543 households (average 2.89 persons per household). The median age is 40.7 years, slightly younger than the state (43.0) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.4% male and 51.6% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (59.3%, slightly lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (25.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 25.4%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:24,679Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:28,001Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:33,330Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:214.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$90,545Source: Census ACS
Households:8,543Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$357,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.89Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.92Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--13,77314,19114,74814,60915,16115,83416,71318,21319,27120,56423,73426,04026,08628,001
Decennial Census13,961------------------24,679--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 40.7

Male Median Age: 40.1

Female Median Age: 41.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male741774866833646617750730692787862819790679629418190117
Female682813851840649693816824772839786898861847709453217189
Total1,4231,5871,7171,6731,2951,3101,5661,5541,4641,6261,6481,7171,6511,5261,338871407306
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:14,63553.50%
Black:3,22511.79%
Hispanic:*6,26022.89%
Asian:6102.23%
American Indian:1420.52%
Hawaiian:90.03%
Other:2,4739.04%
Total:27,354100%
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:11,94048.38%40.1 years
Females:12,73951.62%41.2 years
Total:24,679100%40.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:22,61180.75%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1,6695.96%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:2,7339.76%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:98813.29%
Total Population:28,001100%
Total Native Population:24,28086.71%
Total Foreign-born Population:3,72113.29%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $90,545, which is far above the national median ($80,734), is up $44,548 (96.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $28,287. Family households earn a median of $100,249 versus $61,141 for nonfamily households (a difference of $39,108). By gender, male median income is $60,607 and female is $49,303, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $11,304 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 63.8%, which is on par with the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (39.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$45,997$42,689$43,459$43,665$47,591$49,747$56,221$58,628$62,258$62,186$71,250$74,530$82,478$90,545
Median Family Income$54,174$52,669$49,447$50,934$50,619$57,199$59,965$61,572$66,552$69,985$77,816$87,198$91,674$100,249
Median NonFamily Income$31,500$28,068$20,406$28,125$30,037$25,221$30,332$32,798$35,500$44,531$53,674$56,488$60,677$61,141
Median Male Income$41,208$38,309$35,528$35,430$35,000$39,028$38,569$42,340$45,427$48,645$50,267$54,402$57,600$60,607
Median Female Income$28,511$27,770$28,797$31,740$33,009$37,819$39,696$39,923$38,737$32,703$44,394$44,889$46,619$49,303
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:13,86061.51%
Unemployed:3831.70%
Not In Labor Force:8,29136.79%
Total:22,534100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:5,53039.90%
Service:2,21816.00%
Sales and Office:3,86627.89%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,3549.77%
Production, transportation, and material moving:8926.44%
Total Civilian Employed Population:13,860100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $357,200, which is above the national median ($332,700), is up $174,700 (95.73%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $158,700. The median gross rent is $1,679, which is far above the national median ($1,413), is up $644 (62.22%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $471. Of occupied housing, owners make up 88.67% (63.43% with a mortgage, 36.57% free-and-clear) and renters 11.33% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 5.03%, which is markedly below the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$182,500$151,900$139,300$139,000$140,700$145,100$160,600$174,200$198,500$225,900$247,200$303,800$335,300$357,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:292.51%
$500 to $999:17515.14%
$1,000 to $1,499:20217.47%
$1,500 to $1,999:40234.78%
$2,000 to $2,499:23420.24%
$2,500 to $2,999:453.89%
$3,000 or more:131.12%
No Rent:564.84%
Total:1,156100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$1,035$1,100$1,061$1,039$1,085$1,068$1,128$1,310$1,208$1,290$1,543$1,534$1,535$1,679
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):5,74056.24%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,31032.43%
Renter Occupied:1,15611.33%
Total Occupied Housing Units:10,206100%

Occupied Housing Units:10,20694.97%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5405.03%
Total Housing Units:10,746100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:9,47088.13%
Multi-Family Units:5114.76%
Other Units:7657.12%
Total Housing Units:10,746100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 34.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 89.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 9.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 2.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 9.70 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.40 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 (44.20%). College enrollment is 33.99%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:6523.31%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,5227.72%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,85224.61%
Some college, no degree:3,86619.61%
Associate's degree:1,9469.87%
Bachelor's degree:4,51922.92%
Graduate or professional degree:2,35811.96%
Total:19,715100%
High school or higher:17,54188.97%
Bachelor's degree or higher:6,87734.88%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:18,85660.84%
Public Insurance:9,47630.57%
No Insurance:2,6618.59%
Total:30,993100%
Has Health Insurance:28,33291.41%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty12.9%13.8%14.3%16.9%15.0%10.6%7.1%9.2%5.6%5.1%4.0%4.3%3.2%2.9%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:490.78%
Kindergarten:3365.36%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,76944.20%
High school (grades 9-12):98115.66%
College or graduate school:2,12933.99%
Total:6,264100%
Early Childhood:3856.15%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,08665.23%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 34736 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 491 business establishments, employing about 5,992 people with an annual payroll of $303,874,000. USPS data shows 11,533 residential mailboxes and 347 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:11,533Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:347Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:12,348Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5,654Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:1,104Source: USPS
# of Businesses:491Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$73,210,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$303,874,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:5,992Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 34736 is located in Lake County, Florida, within the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 36740) and Florida's 11st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,134,411 people, about 1.16% of whom live in ZIP Code 34736. It covers 115.065 sq mi of land and a water area of 29.719 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FLSource: Census
CBSA Number:36740Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,134,411Source: Census
MSA:Orlando, FL MSASource: Census
Land Area:115.065 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:29.719 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:11Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:2509.88 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1227800Source: Census
Place Name:Groveland city; FloridaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


34737 | | 34734

Schools in ZIP Code 34736


ZIP Code 34736 is in the Lake County School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 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.

South Lake High School 15600 Silver Eagle Rd
Groveland, FL 34736
District: Lake County School District
Groveland Elementary School 930 Parkwood Ave
Groveland, FL 34736
District: Lake County School District
Gray Middle School 205 E Magnolia St
Groveland, FL 34736
District: Lake County School District
Praise Temple Christian Academy 5910 Bible Camp Rd
Groveland, FL 34736
District: Private School
Integrity Christian Academy 7432 State Road 50
Groveland, FL 34736
District: Private School
Hope Preparatory Academy 13806 State Road 33
Groveland, FL 34736
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 34736


Columbia College - Tavares Pd 1565 Lane Park Cutoff Road
Tavares, FL 32778-6100
Type: Post Secondary
Orange Technical College-West Campus 955 E Story Rd
Winter Garden, FL 34787-3733
Type: Post Secondary
Beacon College 105 E Main St
Leesburg, FL 34748
Type: Post Secondary
Lake-Sumter State College 9501 US Hwy 441
Leesburg, FL 34788-8751
Type: Post Secondary
Lake Technical College 2001 Kurt Street
Eustis, FL 32726
Type: Post Secondary
Valencia College 1800 S Kirkman Road
Orlando, FL 32811
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 February 1, 2026.

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