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Zip Code 90280

CA · Population: 92,262

C
46/100
50
C+
Safety
54
C+
Affordability
38
D
Quality of Life
43
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 90280

Zip code 90280 is located in California and is home to approximately 92,262 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 46/100), 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 $67,287, with home values near $578,900 and rents around $1,401/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 11.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.8% 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
$67,287
Home Value
$578,900
Rent
$1,401/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
11.5%
Unemployment
7.8%
Owner-Occupied
44.8%
Rent Burden
25% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability54C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life38DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy43CLower unemployment = higher
Overall46CWeighted 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).