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ZIP 34947

Pop. 12,804·Saint Lucie County·451st most expensive ZIP in Florida
Median rent (all units)
$1,896/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.4%
Month-over-Month
+2.3%
vs US Median
-$69
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ZIP 34947 · $1,896
More expensive than 54% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,180
1 BR
$1,230
2 BR
$1,470
3 BR
$2,040
4 BR+
$2,220
Research median
$1,470/mo

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$22,752/yr
At $1,896/mo median
Location
StateFL
CountySaint Lucie County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (2.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 34947 (Fort Pierce, FL) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,804
Median income
$51,811
Median age
33.7
Renters
52.4%
Age distribution
31.5%
21.5%
23.5%
14.2%
Under 1831.5%
18–3421.5%
35–5423.5%
55–649.3%
65+14.2%
Gender
46.5%
53.5%
Male46.5%
Female53.5%
Race & ethnicity
21.5%
52.3%
18.5%
White21.5%
Black52.3%
Hispanic18.5%
Asian7%
Other0.7%
Education (25+)
19.6%
22.4%
37.7%
20.3%
No HS diploma19.6%
HS diploma22.4%
Some college37.7%
Bachelor's+20.3%
Housing tenure
47.6%
52.4%
Owner47.6%
Renter52.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 34947 in Fort Pierce, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$33,962 → $51,811
up 52.6%
Population
13,216 → 12,804
down 3.1%
Renter share
65.3% → 52.4%
-12.9 pts
Bachelor's+
14.1% → 20.3%
+6.2 pts
Median age
31.5 → 33.7
+2.2 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 34947 in Fort Pierce, FL now reports about $51,811, up from $33,962 in 2021. Census counts show ZIP 34947 in Fort Pierce, FL losing about 412 residents over the five-year window, down 3.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 65.3% to 52.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 14.1% to 20.3% across the same window.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 34947 covers Fort Pierce, FL. The median rent here is $1,896/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,230/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,470/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($51,811/yr), ZIP 34947 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 34947?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 34947 (Fort Pierce, FL) is $1,896. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 34947 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 34947's median rent of $1,896/mo is $69 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 34947 compare to other ZIPs in Florida?

ZIP 34947 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Florida, ranking #451 out of 662 ZIPs at $1,896/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 34947?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,896/mo in ZIP 34947. The local median household income is $51,811/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 34947?

Rent in ZIP 34947 has decreased 2.4% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 34947 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 34947 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,896/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($51,811/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 34947 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 34947 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.4% of ZIP 34947 households are renters, while 47.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 34947 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 34947 compare to the rest of Fort Pierce?

ZIP 34947 is more affordable than Fort Pierce overall. At $1,896/mo, it's $59 below the Fort Pierce citywide median of $1,955/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 34947 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 34947 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
44%
STRETCHED

At $1,896/mo, rent takes ~44% of ZIP 34947's median household income ($51,811/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 34947 44%Benchmark 30%
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