Question 1

How many zip codes does Tampa, Florida have?

Accepted Answer

Tampa, Florida has 29 zip codes as of 2024. This includes 26 standard delivery zip codes serving residential and business addresses, 2 PO Box-only zip codes (33601 and 33608), and 1 unique zip code assigned to the University of South Florida campus (33620). All Tampa zip codes begin with the prefix 336 and are located in Hillsborough County, Florida.

Question 2

What is the zip code for Tampa, Florida?

Accepted Answer

The primary zip code for Tampa, Florida is 33601, which is a PO Box zip code in the downtown area. The most commonly used standard delivery zip codes include 33602 (Downtown/Channel District), 33606 (South Tampa/Hyde Park), and 33647 (New Tampa/Tampa Palms). The correct zip code for a specific Tampa address depends on the street location.

Question 3

What area code is used in Tampa, Florida?

Accepted Answer

Tampa, Florida uses area code 813, which was one of the original area codes established in 1947. It originally covered all of Florida before being split into additional area codes. Today, 813 primarily serves Hillsborough County and parts of the surrounding area.

Question 4

What time zone is Tampa, Florida in?

Accepted Answer

Tampa, Florida is in the Eastern Time Zone (ET). During standard time, this is UTC−5; during daylight saving time (March–November), it is UTC−4. All 29 Tampa zip codes share the Eastern Time Zone designation.

Question 5

What number do Tampa, Florida zip codes start with?

Accepted Answer

All Tampa, Florida zip codes start with the digits 336. This three-digit prefix (known as the SCF — Sectional Center Facility — prefix) identifies the Tampa Bay region within the USPS system. Tampa zip codes range from 33601 to 33647.

Question 6

How do I find a zip code by address in Tampa, Florida?

Accepted Answer

You can search for Tampa zip codes on this site using the search bar at the top of any page. Enter a city name, partial zip code, or neighborhood. For the most precise address-level ZIP code lookup, the USPS ZIP Code Lookup tool at usps.com is the authoritative source.

Question 7

Are all Tampa, Florida zip codes in the same area code?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all 29 Tampa zip codes use area code 813. This area code covers the entirety of Hillsborough County. Neighboring Pinellas County uses 727, Polk County uses 863, and Manatee/Sarasota counties use 941.

Question 8

Do zip codes in Tampa, Florida ever cross county lines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, some zip codes near county boundaries may cross into adjacent counties. The USPS assigns zip codes based on mail delivery routes, not political boundaries. For demographic data, the U.S. Census Bureau uses ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs), which are statistical approximations of USPS zip code boundaries.

Question 9

What is the most populated zip code in Tampa?

Accepted Answer

The most populated Tampa zip code is 33647 (New Tampa/Tampa Palms) with approximately 74,844 residents. It is followed by 33612 (University Area, 49,005), 33617 (Temple Terrace, 47,851), 33614 (Town 'n' Country, 47,298), and 33615 (Town 'n' Country West, 47,245).

Question 10

What is the wealthiest zip code in Tampa?

Accepted Answer

The wealthiest Tampa zip code by median household income is 33629 (South Tampa/Palma Ceia West) at $164,355. Other affluent zip codes include 33626 (Westchase) at $127,118, 33606 (Hyde Park/Davis Islands) at $120,729, and 33609 (Palma Ceia/Beach Park) at $115,844.

Question 11

What is the most affordable zip code in Tampa?

Accepted Answer

The most affordable Tampa zip code is 33605 (East Tampa/Ybor City) with a median household income of $36,975 and a median home value of $264,400. Other affordable zip codes include 33613 (USF Area) at $44,032 and 33612 (University Area) at $47,199.

Question 12

What is the most diverse zip code in Tampa?

Accepted Answer

Several Tampa zip codes exhibit high diversity. 33614 (Town 'n' Country) is 69.8% Hispanic, 33610 (East Tampa) is 50.1% Black, and 33647 (New Tampa) has the highest Asian population at 15.9%. South Tampa zip codes like 33606 (75.9% White) and 33629 (76.3% White) are less diverse.

Question 13

What is the most educated zip code in Tampa?

Accepted Answer

The most educated Tampa zip code is 33629 (Palma Ceia West) where 76.5% of residents age 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Other highly educated zip codes include 33606 (Hyde Park) at 72.4%, 33609 (Beach Park) at 65.8%, and 33626 (Westchase) at 63.5%.

Question 14

Where does Tampa's demographic data come from?

Accepted Answer

All demographic data on tampazipcodes.com is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates, accessed via Census Reporter (censusreporter.org). The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million addresses annually and is the most granular source of ZIP-level demographic data in the United States.

Question 15

What city is zip code 33602 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33602 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 21,452 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $97,320.

Question 16

What city is zip code 33603 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33603 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 19,869 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $74,081.

Question 17

What city is zip code 33604 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33604 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 40,055 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $58,766.

Question 18

What city is zip code 33605 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33605 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 16,030 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $36,975.

Question 19

What city is zip code 33606 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33606 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 24,570 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $120,729.

Question 20

What city is zip code 33607 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33607 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 25,291 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $69,694.

Question 21

What city is zip code 33609 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33609 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 18,535 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $115,844.

Question 22

What city is zip code 33610 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33610 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 46,587 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $54,209.

Question 23

What city is zip code 33611 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33611 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 36,810 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $90,910.

Question 24

What city is zip code 33612 in?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 33612 is in Tampa, Florida, located in Hillsborough County. It has a population of approximately 49,005 and uses area code 813. The median household income is $47,199.

Question 25

What zip codes are in Hillsborough County, Florida?

Accepted Answer

Hillsborough County, Florida contains 29 zip codes in the Tampa area, ranging from 33601 to 33647. Major communities include Tampa, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Plant City, and Riverview. The county seat is Tampa and the area code is 813.

Question 26

What cities are near Tampa, Florida?

Accepted Answer

Major cities near Tampa, Florida include St. Petersburg (Pinellas County), Clearwater (Pinellas County), Brandon (Hillsborough County), Temple Terrace (Hillsborough County), Plant City (Hillsborough County), and Riverview (Hillsborough County). The Tampa Bay metropolitan area has a population exceeding 3.2 million.

Question 27

What counties make up the Tampa Bay area?

Accepted Answer

The Tampa Bay metropolitan area (Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater MSA) spans five counties: Hillsborough (county seat: Tampa), Pinellas (Clearwater), Pasco (Dade City), Polk (Bartow), and Manatee (Bradenton). Combined, these counties have over 3.2 million residents.

Question 28

What is a standard zip code vs a PO Box zip code?

Accepted Answer

A standard zip code serves a geographic delivery area for residential and business mail — delivery trucks bring mail to addresses. A PO Box zip code (like Tampa's 33601) is used exclusively for post office box addresses at a specific post office and does not correspond to a geographic delivery area for street addresses.

Question 29

Can an address have a different city name than the actual city?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The USPS assigns 'acceptable city names' to addresses that may differ from the actual incorporated municipality. For example, some addresses in unincorporated Hillsborough County use 'Tampa' as their city name even though they are technically outside Tampa city limits.

Question 30

How often do zip codes change?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code changes are rare. The USPS may occasionally create new zip codes for rapidly growing areas, consolidate zip codes in declining areas, or reassign addresses between zip codes. Major changes are announced in advance. Tampa's zip code assignments have been relatively stable.

Question 31

What does a unique zip code mean?

Accepted Answer

A unique zip code is assigned to a single high-volume mail recipient such as a large corporation, government agency, or university. Tampa's unique zip code is 33620, assigned to the University of South Florida campus. Unique zip codes simplify mail sorting for organizations that receive large volumes of mail.

Question 32

What is a ZCTA?

Accepted Answer

A ZCTA (ZIP Code Tabulation Area) is a statistical area created by the U.S. Census Bureau to approximate USPS ZIP code boundaries for publishing demographic data. ZCTAs are built from census blocks and may differ slightly from actual USPS ZIP code boundaries, especially in rural or sparsely populated areas.

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