Tallahassee Zip Code 32301 – What To Know Before Moving

Overview

Are you in search of comprehensive information about the local area? Look no further! Our team of experienced Tallahassee Realtors have you covered. The Tallahassee zip code 32301 covers the Capitol Complex downtown, extending north to Tennessee Street and south to Fairview Middle School. This vibrant area also stretches briefly along East Tennessee Street and east to Capital Circle SE. It’s worth noting that our expertise covers all four quadrants of the Tallahassee Board of Realtors’ Multiple Listing Service (MLS).

We understand that when it comes to making a real estate purchase, buyers want to know everything about the neighborhood. Are there any mobile homes in the area? What are the price ranges for homes? Are the schools well-regarded by other parents? Will you fit in with the friendly locals, or do they throw noisy parties all night and park haphazardly? We believe in providing you with the answers to these questions and more. That’s why we offer informative reports, such as the Trade Area Report and the Neighborhood Report, which you can download for free. These reports offer detailed insights into the area, allowing you to make informed decisions.

Who lives in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code?

Now, let’s look closer at who resides in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code. According to Esri, most residents in this area are young individuals living in multi-unit rentals. Many of them are students or recent graduates. The data used in the trade report is collected by Esri, an organization that analyzes vast amounts of data and groups populations based on similar interests, spending habits, and lifestyles. These reports are used to help businesses make marketing decisions. Within the 32301 zip code, Esri has identified five consumer segments within three lifestyle groups. We have provided detailed information about two of these consumer segments below. It’s worth noting that these groups, referred to as Tapestry Segments in the report, comprise approximately 56% of the population in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code. That leaves a lot of room for lots of diversity in this Tallahassee zip code.

Which parks are in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code?

Cascades Park. Stay tuned for more photos of more parks!

Neighborhoods in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code:

Charleston Ridge

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 Group characteristics in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code

The biggest consumer groups in the 32301-zipcode are:

  • Young and Restless” (38.9% of the population and per trade report below: “Gen Y comes of age: Well-educated young workers, some of whom are still completing their education, are employed in professional/technical occupations, as well as sales and office/administrative support roles.”)
  • Emerald City” (16.8% of the population and per trade report below: “Emerald City’s denizens live in lower density neighborhoods of urban areas throughout the country. Young and mobile, they are more likely to rent.”)
  • City Commons” (8% of the population and per trade report below: “It is primarily
  • comprised of single-parent and single person households living within large, metro cities located primarily in the eastern half of the US.”)
  • Family Foundations” (6.9% of the population and per the trade report below: “Family and faith are the cornerstones of life in the Family Foundations communities. Older children, still living at home, working toward financial independence, are common within these households. “)
  • Old and Newcomers” (6.8% of the population and per the trade report below: “The Old and Newcomers market features singles’ lifestyles, on a budget. The focus is more on convenience than consumerism, economy over acquisition. Old and Newcomers is composed of neighborhoods in transition, populated by renters who are just beginning their careers or retiring. “)

Most of Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code residents are employed in service or professional careers. Most have a bachelor’s degree and grew up using technology from a young age. The median ages for the group above vary from 30 to 40. This Tallahassee zip code has the highest AARP Livability score and some of the best city parks. The median age for the zip code is 30.5 years, and there is a total estimated population of almost 31K residents.

Zip Code 32301 Biggest Market Segment: Young and Restless 

First, the biggest group is called the Young and Restless segment. Also, this group includes approximately 38.9% of the population or 5,192 households. This group’s median age is 30.4, with a median household income of $49,500. The median net worth is approximately $13,900, and their homeownership rate is approximately 15%. These residents take public transportation and prefer to buy magazines about fashion, news, and music.  They are more aware of price than brand loyalty. Almost one in five moves every year, and they are restless consumers.

Zip Code 32301 Second Biggest Market Segment: Emerald City 

Next, the second biggest group is the Emerald City residents. This group is 16.8% of the population in the Tallahassee 32301 zip code. That includes 2,247 households. Also, this group’s median age is 38, slightly older than the group above. Their median household income is $73,000. The income of this group comes primarily from wages, investments, and self-employment. This group buys green products and cares about their carbon footprint. They also place huge importance on learning new things and emphasizing local cuisines.

Curious about those last three groups: City Commons, Family Foundations, and Old and Newcomers? If so, download a free report here: Trade Area Report for Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code.

 

Neighborhood and Population Characteristics

Here’s the thing, in the next several paragraphs, we will break down a lot of numbers about the population living in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code. These graphs will show you the median household incomes, job categories, and education level of the population. Also, we will show you the age distributions of children and adults.  At the bottom of the page, we have information on schools zoned for the 32301 zip code and a link to the school grade reports for public elementary, middle, and high schools.

For more information, download the free report here: Neighborhood Report for Tallahassee FL 32301

Population Stats in Tallahassee’s 32301 Zip Code: Density, Age, and Income Distributions, Education, and Job Characteristics

Distribution of ages in the zip code show that biggest group is between the ages of 25 and 34. The next biggest group is between 35 and 54.

Population Density

Tallahassee’s zip code 32301 is the most populated with 29.5K Tallahassee residents.  This zip code is also the second most densely populated at over 3,000 people per square mile. This area includes the downtown and Capitol Complex of Tallahassee. The population has grown 5.8% since 2010. In comparison, Tallahassee has grown 7.7%, Leon County has grown 8%, and Florida 15.6% since 2010.

Population Age Ranges

This area has a median age of 27 years old. In comparison, Tallahassee’s median age is 27, and Leon County’s median age is 31 years old.  Likewise, the median age for Florida is 42, and the median age for the United States the median is 38 years old. From the distribution of ages chart, you can see that the majority of the adult population is between 25 and 34 years of age.

Of the children under the age of 18 years old living in the 32301 zip code, the biggest population is toddlers.

Almost 88% of the residents have a commute time of 30 minutes or less to work. Around 5.3% work from home, which is about average for Tallahassee.

Income Distribution

The area has a per capita income of $24,960. This is lower than the median income for Tallahassee at $26,787, and Leon County at $29,754.  Likewise, it is much lower the median per capita income for Florida, which is $30,197, and for the United States at $32,621.

Approximately 22% of the households earn more than $75K a year.

Also, this area has a median household income of $44,977. This means that there are as many households earning over $45K annually as there are earning under that amount. This makes this area about average for Tallahassee zip codes. For example, the median household is $45,734 for Tallahassee, $53,106 for Leon County. Likewise, the median household income is $55,660 in Florida and $62,843 in the USA.

Education

This area has a higher level of education among residents considering how young the population averages. Almost 19% of the population has a professional degree. Only 2.3% of the population of adults has less than a 9th grade education. This is low for Tallahassee and Florida.

Income Distribution

The area has a per capita income of $24,960. This is lower than the median income for Tallahassee at $27,677, and Leon County at $30,586.  Likewise, it is much lower the median per capita income for Florida, which is $31,619, and for the United States at $34,103.

Approximately 22% of the households earn more than $75K a year.

Also, this area has a median household income of $44,977. This means as many households earn over $45K annually as they are earning under that amount. This makes this area about average for Tallahassee zip codes. For example, the median household is $45,734 for Tallahassee, $53,106 for Leon County. Likewise, the median household income is $55,660 in Florida and $62,843 in the USA.

Education

This area has a higher level of education among residents considering how young the population averages. Almost 19% of the population has a professional degree. Only 2.3% of adults have less than a 9th-grade education. This is low for Tallahassee and Florida.

Job Characteristics

Given the proximity to the state and governmental agencies and the three universities, it makes sense that the most common occupational category is in the public administration group. This is followed by the education group. Next is the health care and social assistance occupational category.

Other Characteristics

This area is a Tallahassee adult night life. There are lots of condos with multi-use buildings near the Cascades Park. It has many quiet subdivisions off the Parkway. This area is very busy with many state offices, tourists, and when the state legislature is in session – it is even busier with staffers and legislators doing business downtown. There are many cool parks, museums, and things to see downtown.  Even if it is raining, you could spend an afternoon in the Capitol Complex exploring the historic and new capitol buildings.

Walkability scores are based on a scale from 1 to 100. The higher the number, the shorter the walk to needed amenities. Even though there are walkable areas, this zip code still lacks amenities within walking distance. Most of the homes are not within walking distance of grocery or household goods stores. The walkability score for Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code is a very respectable 2.5. If you have read other zip code pages, you know that this zip code has the highest walkability scores. Unfortunately, this still means that virtually everything will require a vehicle but there are sidewalks on most of the streets. The city has also made scooters available almost everywhere downtown. They can be rented through an app on your phone and costs are reasonable for an afternoon of transportation.

Schools for houses located in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code.

The list below does not include every single school zoned for this zip code, only the most common schools. Check what schools your potential residence is zoned for here: Leon County School Zones

Elementary Schools

Most homes in the Tallahassee 32301 zip code will be zoned for:

  • Apalachee,
  • Bond,
  • Conley, or
  • Hartsfield Elementary.

Interested in more school details? Here, you can read more information about Elementary Schools here. You can look up your elementary school zone here.

Middle Schools

Most homes in the 32301 zip code will be zoned for one of the following middle schools:

  • Cobb,
  • Fairview, or
  • Nims Middle School.

If you want more information about Middle Schools, including reviews and grades, click here. You can look up your address to see what middle school you are zoned for here.

High Schools

Most homes in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code will be zone for one of the following high schools:

  • Rickards or
  • Leon High School

You can read more information about High Schools here. There are free reports to download that will provide you will more detail about the schools. You can look to see what high school your address is zoned for here.

Parks in the 32301 Zip Code

The City of Tallahassee maintains several gorgeous parks downtown and throughout the zip code. These include: Cascades Park, Indian Head Park, Myers Park, Jacks McLean Park, Center and Pool. We have photos! They need to be formatted for the best visual appeal, though! Please check back!

AARP Livability Score for Tallahassee’s 32301 Zip Code

This area has the highest AARP Livability index in Tallahassee at 55. Furthermore, its highest scores are for environment and transportation. The lowest score is for Health. This means access to prevention and quality care. The AARP Livability score was developed using survey data from adults over 50 years of age. They used this data to determine general preferences for community living. These included the preferences for physical ability, driving status, race, and housing amenities among many others. The livability scores range from 0 to 100. Find more information on their website here: AARP Livability Index – Location Results

Real Estate Characteristics in Tallahassee Zip Code 32301

This Tallahassee zip code had a modest estimated population increase since 2010. The population density is typical for Tallahassee. The median sold price for this zip code is significantly lower than the median in Tallahassee.  Even so, this zip code has seen a significant increase in home values.  The median sold price was $167,000 in 2019. However, the first six months of 2023 have seen a sold median home value of $253,000.

Only 30% of the residents in Tallahassee’s 32301 zip code own their own homes. That means there are a lot of multi-family rentals in this area. The 32301 zip code has a median house age of 44 years old. There is very little new construction going on in this zip code.

This chart shows the average sales price, time on market, price per square foot and percentages of homes with fireplaces and pools.

Real Estate in Tallahassee zip code 32301 in the first six months of 2023

The median home value in the first six months of sales in 2023 is $252,750. This is significantly lower than the median home sale for Tallahassee and Leon County.  In 2022, the highest sold price per square foot was $276.60. The highest sold price was $700,000 as of June 1, 2023. Homes average about 47 days on the market before they are sold. It takes an average of 45 days to close a mortgage.

Also, the average number of days a home spends on the market has been dropping steadily over the past ten years (except for 2021). Last year, homes spent an average of 56 days on the market. The Tallahassee zip code of 32301 had 56 sales of single-family homes sold in the first six months of 2023, and 145 sales in 2022. There were 245 homes sold in 2021. The inventory has been steadily dropping over time too. Many homeowners are reluctant to give up large homes with small mortgages for a smaller home and the same size mortgage. Interest rates matter.

Real Estate in Tallahassee zip code 32301 in 2022

Last year, 145 townhomes sold in the 32301 zip code. This zip code has more condo home sales than most other Tallahassee zip codes. There were 0 mobile homes and 107 condos sold within this area. In the 32301 zip code last year, the homes sold averaged 1,535 square feet, and 8% of homes are sold with pools.

Many neighborhoods in the 32301 zip code have homes built in the mid-century from the 1940s to the 1960s.  Unfortunately, you will see few newly built single-family homes each year. The typical year of the homes sold in 2022 was 1955. This means that most homes sold last year were around 70 years old. The average yard size was a little less than a third of an acre at .30 acres. The lowest sold price in 2022, was $38,000.

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