ZIP code 34972

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 34972 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Okeechobee, FL. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 34972 ZIP code area.

34972 is the zip code for

Okeechobee, FL

Also in this location:
Cypress Quarters, FL
Yeehaw Junction, FL
Total population
20,180▲
Housing units
6,947▲
Land area
(sq. miles)
909.62
Density
(people per sq. mile)
22.19▲
Water area
(sq. miles)
12.32

Demographic data for zip code 34972

Gender:

Male
11,492▲
Female
8,688▲
Median age
Male
32.90
Female
33.60
Gender

Households:

Total households
5,801▲
Family households
4,258▲
Nonfamily households
1,543▲
Average household size
3.06▲
Average family size
3.45▲
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
6,947▲
Occupied housing units
5,801▲
Owner-occupied
3,902▲
Renter-occupied
1,899▲
Vacant housing units
1,146▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
1,487▲
5 to 9 years
1,468▲
10 to 14 years
1,411▼
15 to 19 years
1,731▲
20 to 24 years
1,514▲
25 to 34 years
3,008▲
35 to 44 years
2,808▲
45 to 54 years
2,823▲
55 to 59 years
1,065▲
60 to 64 years
874▲
65 to 74 years
1,177▲
75 to 84 years
590▲
85 years and over
224▲
Median age
33.10▲
Age

Race:

White
10,541
Hispanic or Latino
6,521
Black or African American
2,717
Asian
71
American Indian & Alaska Native
112
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
13
Other (One Race)
16
Two or More Races
189
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 34972

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
15,893
Civilian labor force
9,151
Employed
7,857
Unemployed
1,294
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
6,742
Percent Unemployed
14.1%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
7,692
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
5,042
Carpooled
1,448
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
585
Walked
355
Other means
141
Worked at home
121
Mean travel time
23.2 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
7,857
Management / business / science / arts
1,151
Service
1,966
Sales / office
1,847
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
1,641
Production / transportation / material moving
1,252
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
7,857
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
1,355
Construction
742
Manufacturing
129
Wholesale trade
254
Retail trade
804
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
741
Information
37
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
339
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
791
Educational services / health care / social assistance
1,043
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
661
Public administration
642
Other services
319
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
7,857
Private wage & salary workers
6,322
Government workers
1,293
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
242
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
5,876
Less than $10,000
386
$10,000 to $14,999
593
$15,000 to $24,999
989
$25,000 to $34,999
911
$35,000 to $49,999
931
$50,000 to $74,999
1,200
$75,000 to $99,999
534
$100,000 to $149,999
268
$150,000 to $199,999
24
$200,000 or more
40
Median household income
$36,180
Mean household income
$46,538
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
29.7%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 34972

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
North Elementary School
3000 Nw 10th Terrace		(863) 462-510070429816.0
Okeechobee High School
2800 Us Highway 441 N		(863) 462-50251,28438217.8
Okeechobee Juvenile Justice Vision Quest-level 6
42660 Highway 441 N
(Other/Alternative School)		(863) 763-6019797619.8
Okeechobee Juvenile Justice-level 10
5050 Ne 168th Street
(Other/Alternative School)		(863) 357-9922908711.3
Okeechobee Juvenile Justice-level 4
42660 Highway 441 N
(Other/Alternative School)		(863) 763-6019615815.3
Okeechobee Juvenile Justice-level 6
1117 Ne 39th Blvd
(Other/Alternative School)		(863) 462-5125504725.0
Seminole Elementary School
2690 Nw 42nd Avenue		(863) 462-511664134417.8
Washington County Program/eckerd
7202 Hwy 441 N
(Other/Alternative School)		(863) 467-012411411112.7
Yearling Middle School
925 Nw 23rd Lane		(863) 462-505678134717.4
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 34972

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Lawnwood Reg Medical Center
1700 South 23rd Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34950		(561) 461-4000375
Martin Memorial Health Systems
300 Se Hospital Drive
Stuart, FL 34995		(561) 287-5200309
New Horizons Of Treasure Coast800 Avenue 'H'
Fort Pierce, FL 34950		(561) 468-5600150
Raulerson Hospital
1796 Highway 441 North
Okeechobee, FL 34972		(863) 763-2151101
Savannas Hospital2550 Se Walton Road
Port St Lucie, FL 34952		(561) 335-040070
St Lucie Medical Center
1800 Se Tiffany Avenue
Port St Lucie, FL 34952		(561) 335-4000126
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Hotels, Motels and other accommodations around 34972

Hotel nameAddress# of RoomsLow rateHigh rate
HAMPTON INN OKEECHOBEE LAKE1200 NE Park Street
Okeechobee, FL 34972		-99219
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 34972

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Burger King604 Ne Park St
Okeechobee, FL 34972		Fast Food, Hamburgers863-763-5900
Joeys Supreme Plzza & Subs II Inc107 SW Park St
Okeechobee, FL 34972		Pizza863-763-8383
McDonald's401 E North Park St
Okeechobee, FL 34972		Fast Food, Hamburgers, Sandwiches863-763-5826
Subway Sandwiches & Salads422 E North Park St
Okeechobee, FL 34972		Fast Food, Salads, Sandwiches863-467-6966
Wendy's502 Ne Park St
Okeechobee, FL 34972		American, Fast Food, Hamburgers, Salads863-763-8181
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Crime Rates in Okeechobee, FL

Crime rates in Okeechobee, FL:

Total
315
Violent Crime
22
Murder & Manslaughter
0
Forcible Rape
0
Robbery
3
Aggravated Assault
19
Property Crime
293
Burglary
40
Larceny & Theft
229
Motor Vehicle Theft
24
Arson
0
Okeechobee, FL

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