Gainesville ZIP Code List — Alachua County, FL

There are 17 unique ZIP codes in Gainesville, Florida. Area code: 352.

ZIP codes

313.50

sq mi land

22.97

sq mi water

352

area code

Gainesville, FL ZIP code map

About Gainesville, FL

Gainesville, Florida, is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural scene and historic charm. Nestled in Alachua County, it serves as a hub for education and healthcare, heavily influenced by the presence of the University of Florida. With a diverse population and a community-oriented atmosphere, Gainesville offers a unique blend of urban and outdoor experiences.

Location & geography

Gainesville is situated in north-central Florida and is approximately 70 miles from the Atlantic coast. It is surrounded by other cities such as Ocala, located about 35 miles to the south, and Jacksonville, approximately 70 miles to the east. The city features a land area of 313.50 square miles, with a water area covering 22.97 square miles, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Community & economy

The character of Gainesville is shaped by its youthful population, driven largely by college students and professionals in various industries. Key sectors in the area include education, healthcare, and technology, contributing to a dynamic economy. Daily life in Gainesville is marked by a variety of local festivals, farmers' markets, and community events that celebrate the city's rich cultural tapestry.

Transportation

Gainesville is served by several major highways, including Interstate 75, which connects the city to other parts of Florida. The nearest airport is Gainesville Regional Airport, offering both domestic flights and regional access. Public transportation options are available throughout the city, providing convenient access to various neighborhoods and attractions.

History

Gainesville was founded in 1854, originally as a trading post due to its strategic location. The introduction of the railroad in the late 19th century played a significant role in its development, positioning the city as a key transport hub. Notable events include the establishment of the University of Florida in 1905, which has since been a major influence on the city's growth and cultural landscape.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Gainesville is that it is home to the only accredited college of veterinary medicine in the state of Florida. Additionally, the city features a number of local springs and natural parks, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

ZIP codes for Gainesville, FL (17)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
32601	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32602	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32603	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32604	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32605	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32606	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32607	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32608	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32609	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32610	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32611	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32612	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32614	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32627	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32635	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32641	Gainesville	Alachua	View map
32653	Gainesville	Alachua	View map

Demographics & statistics

214,041

Population

32.7

Median age

$56,257

Median household income

$35,887

Per capita income

$242,744

Median home value

$1,186

Median monthly rent

47.2%

Home ownership

26.4%

Poverty rate

5.6%

Unemployment

53,737

Housing units

50.6%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

4,982

Under 5

5,211

5,012

5–9

5,244

4,880

10–14

5,106

7,446

15–19

7,790

19,032

20–24

19,910

16,909

25–34

17,690

11,956

35–44

12,508

9,731

45–54

10,180

4,832

55–59

5,056

5,071

60–64

5,305

8,674

65–74

9,075

3,909

75–84

4,090

2,171

85+

2,271

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	35,983	16.7%
18 and over	178,058	83.3%
65 and over	30,190	13.8%
Median age	32.7 years

Race & ethnicity

White 59.4%

Black or African American 19%

Two or more races 7.3%

Asian 6.4%

Hispanic or Latino 5.7%

Other race 1.9%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.2%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	134,802	59.4%
Black or African American	43,182	19%
Two or more races	16,513	7.3%
Asian	14,578	6.4%
Hispanic or Latino	13,044	5.7%
Other race	4,363	1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native	446	0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	157	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 12.9%

$10k–$15k 6.6%

$15k–$25k 9.3%

$25k–$35k 9.5%

$35k–$50k 13.5%

$50k–$75k 14.0%

$75k–$100k 9.7%

$100k–$150k 11.9%

$150k–$200k 5.9%

$200k+ 6.9%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	12.9%
$10k–$15k	6.6%
$15k–$25k	9.3%
$25k–$35k	9.5%
$35k–$50k	13.5%
$50k–$75k	14.0%
$75k–$100k	9.7%
$100k–$150k	11.9%
$150k–$200k	5.9%
$200k+	6.9%
Median income	$56,257

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 4.5%

$50k–$100k 6.8%

$100k–$150k 15.7%

$150k–$200k 12.6%

$200k–$300k 27.8%

$300k–$500k 24.0%

$500k–$1M 7.5%

$1M+ 1.2%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$242,744
Median rent / month	$1,186
Owner occupied	47.2%
Renter occupied	52.8%
Vacant	12.9%
Single-family detached	48.0%
Large apartment buildings	12.6%
Mobile homes	4.0%
Median rooms	5.0
Avg household size (owned)	2.48

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.6%
2010–2019	6.7%
2000–2009	14.0%
1990–1999	16.2%
1980–1989	18.6%
1970–1979	20.9%
1960–1969	11.1%
1950–1959	6.6%
1940–1949	2.3%
1939 or earlier	3.0%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	3.2%
1 bedroom	12.5%
2 bedrooms	31.0%
3 bedrooms	34.7%
4 bedrooms	16.6%
5+ bedrooms	2.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	8.8%
1 vehicle	44.7%
2 vehicles	32.3%
3 or more	14.2%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	21.9%
Electricity	75.2%
Propane / LP gas	1.2%
Wood	0.5%
Solar	0.3%
No fuel used	0.8%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	29,162	32.4%
Cohabiting couple	6,191	6.9%
Male householder, no spouse	21,294	24.5%
Female householder, no spouse	29,780	36.3%
Households with children under 18	18,101	21.1%
Households with seniors (65+)	20,610	24.0%
Average household size	2.37

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	54.2%	49.8%
Married	35.3%	32.1%
Separated	1.0%	1.7%
Widowed	1.9%	6.1%
Divorced	7.6%	10.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.3%

Some HS, no diploma 4.0%

HS graduate 17.9%

Some college, no degree 14.7%

Associate's degree 10.4%

Bachelor's degree 24.3%

Graduate / professional 26.3%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	93.7%
Bachelor's or higher	50.6%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	3,003	5.1%
Kindergarten	1,481	2.4%
Elementary school	15,903	26.4%
High school	7,070	11.5%
College / grad school	47,992	54.6%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 37.2%

Arts, food & hospitality 13.9%

Retail trade 9.8%

Professional & management 9.8%

Finance & real estate 4.9%

Public administration 4.8%

Other services 4.6%

Manufacturing 4.5%

Construction 3.7%

Transportation & utilities 3.3%

Information 1.5%

Wholesale trade 1.3%

Agriculture & mining 0.8%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	46.3%
Service	19.1%
Sales & office	21.8%
Natural resources & construction	5.4%
Production & transportation	7.5%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	68.5%
Government	27.6%
Self-employed	3.8%
Unpaid family workers	0.1%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	68.2%
Carpool	8.7%
Public transit	3.2%
Walk	3.8%
Other means	5.5%
Avg commute (minutes)	20.0

Poverty

All people 26.4%

Under 18 years 17.7%

18 and over 26.5%

Married-couple families 4.9%

Female-led households 26.4%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	26.1%
Retirement income	18.4%
Supplemental Security	4.2%
Cash public assistance	2.0%
Food stamps / SNAP	9.6%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	27.1%
High cholesterol	25.4%
Heart disease	4.9%
Stroke	2.7%
Asthma	9.9%
Arthritis	17.8%
Kidney disease	2.6%
Pulmonary disease	6.5%
Cancer	4.7%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	16.8%
No physical activity	24.1%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	32.4%
Fair or poor health	15.0%
Poor mental health	17.9%
Poor physical health	10.3%
No health insurance	20.2%
Visited doctor (checkup)	70.9%
Visited dentist	54.8%
Cholesterol screening	85.2%
Teeth loss	15.4%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	10,791	6.0%

Disability	%
Any disability	11.1%
Under 18	5.1%
18–64 years	8.9%
65 and over	32.0%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	75.3%
Public insurance	26.5%
Uninsured under 19	5.3%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	203,848	95.3%
Spanish	7,207	3.5%
Other Indo-European	2,860	1.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,738	0.8%
Other languages	2,342	1.1%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	187,848	89.1%
Born in same state	181,417	86.1%
Born in different state	108,722	53.8%
Foreign born	6,431	2.9%
Naturalized citizen	26,193	10.9%
Not a US citizen	13,693	52.4%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	24,193	11.3%
Italian	20,085	9.4%
Arab	8,402	3.9%
English	1,810	0.8%
Polish	1,605	0.7%

Ancestry	Count	%
German	1,185	0.6%
Irish	915	0.4%
Dutch	775	0.4%
Norwegian	424	0.2%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	39.0%
Internet access	97.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Gainesville, FL have?

Gainesville, FL has 12 ZIP codes: 32601, 32603, 32605, 32606, 32607, 32608, 32609, 32610, 32611, 32612, 32641, 32653. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Gainesville, FL?

The primary ZIP code for Gainesville, FL is 32601. The city uses area code 352 for phone service.

What county is Gainesville, FL in?

Gainesville is located in Alachua County, Florida.

How many ZIP codes are in Gainesville, FL?

Gainesville, FL has 12 ZIP codes.

What ZIP codes cover the University of Florida campus and surrounding Midtown area in Gainesville?

The University of Florida campus and Midtown area are primarily located in ZIP codes 32601, 32603, and 32605, which encompass the central academic and student housing districts.

Which ZIP codes include downtown Gainesville and the historic courthouse district?

Downtown Gainesville and the historic courthouse area are located in ZIP code 32601, which serves as the primary downtown commercial and civic center of the city.