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Zip Code 90802

CA · Population: 40,012

C
49/100
53
C+
Safety
48
C
Affordability
51
C+
Quality of Life
43
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 90802

Zip code 90802 is located in California and is home to approximately 40,012 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 49/100), 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 $69,613, with home values near $521,800 and rents around $1,755/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 42.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

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
$69,613
Home Value
$521,800
Rent
$1,755/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
42.4%
Unemployment
7.8%
Owner-Occupied
21.2%
Rent Burden
30.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety53C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability48CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life51C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy43CLower unemployment = higher
Overall49CWeighted 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).