Zip Code 90005

CA · Population: 37,754

F
28/100
24
F
Safety
10
F
Affordability
35
D
Quality of Life
43
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 90005

Zip code 90005 is located in California and is home to approximately 37,754 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 28/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $1,020,300 and median rent of $1,572/month against a median income of $49,226. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 35.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$49,226
Home Value
$1,020,300
Rent
$1,572/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
35.7%
Unemployment
4.7%
Owner-Occupied
7.8%
Rent Burden
38.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability10FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life35DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy43CLower unemployment = higher
Overall28FWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).