Zip Code 92120

CA · Population: 30,241

C
41/100
24
F
Safety
54
C+
Affordability
59
C+
Quality of Life
26
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 92120

Zip code 92120 is located in California and is home to approximately 30,241 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 41/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

The median household income here is $111,909, with home values near $807,000 and rents around $2,233/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

The community is highly educated — 55.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The unemployment rate of 6.5% 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
$111,909
Home Value
$807,000
Rent
$2,233/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
55.5%
Unemployment
6.5%
Owner-Occupied
63.8%
Rent Burden
23.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability54C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life59C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy26FLower unemployment = higher
Overall41CWeighted 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).