Zip Code 90024

CA · Population: 50,392

D
32/100
24
F
Safety
32
D
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
12
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 90024

Zip code 90024 is located in California and is home to approximately 50,392 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 32/100), 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 $1,451,200 and median rent of $2,618/month against a median income of $74,852. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

The community is highly educated — 74.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The unemployment rate of 9.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$74,852
Home Value
$1,451,200
Rent
$2,618/mo
Median Age
22
College Educated
74.1%
Unemployment
9.7%
Owner-Occupied
33.3%
Rent Burden
42% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability32DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy12FLower unemployment = higher
Overall32DWeighted 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).