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Zip Code 90302

CA · Population: 29,307

C
47/100
51
C+
Safety
48
C
Affordability
50
C+
Quality of Life
39
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 90302

Zip code 90302 is located in California and is home to approximately 29,307 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 47/100), 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 $68,662, with home values near $707,100 and rents around $1,719/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 26.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.5% 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
$68,662
Home Value
$707,100
Rent
$1,719/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
26.7%
Unemployment
8.5%
Owner-Occupied
31.4%
Rent Burden
30% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety51C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability48CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life50C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy39DLower unemployment = higher
Overall47CWeighted 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).