Zip Code 90062

CA · Population: 33,528

F
21/100
24
F
Safety
24
F
Affordability
17
F
Quality of Life
20
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 90062

Zip code 90062 is located in California and is home to approximately 33,528 residents. It receives an overall grade of F (score: 21/100), 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 $632,300 and median rent of $1,451/month against a median income of $61,422. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 15.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.4% 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
$61,422
Home Value
$632,300
Rent
$1,451/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
15.5%
Unemployment
7.4%
Owner-Occupied
47.2%
Rent Burden
28.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability24FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life17FEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy20FLower unemployment = higher
Overall21FWeighted 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).