NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 92040

CA · Population: 45,906

B
64/100
77
B+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
63
B
Quality of Life
46
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 92040

Zip code 92040 is located in California and is home to approximately 45,906 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $95,952 and home values around $613,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 23.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.2% 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
$95,952
Home Value
$613,500
Rent
$1,779/mo
Median Age
39
College Educated
23.7%
Unemployment
7.2%
Owner-Occupied
66.9%
Rent Burden
22.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life63BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy46CLower unemployment = higher
Overall64BWeighted 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).