NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 90262

CA · Population: 66,073

C
44/100
50
C+
Safety
52
C+
Affordability
38
D
Quality of Life
34
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 90262

Zip code 90262 is located in California and is home to approximately 66,073 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

The median household income here is $67,620, with home values near $540,500 and rents around $1,488/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 8.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

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
$67,620
Home Value
$540,500
Rent
$1,488/mo
Median Age
32
College Educated
8.8%
Unemployment
9.7%
Owner-Occupied
49.6%
Rent Burden
26.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability52C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life38DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy34DLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).