Zip Code 92126

CA · Population: 78,111

C
44/100
24
F
Safety
52
C+
Affordability
58
C+
Quality of Life
41
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 92126

Zip code 92126 is located in California and is home to approximately 78,111 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), 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 $116,013, with home values near $715,900 and rents around $2,460/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 48.2% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average.

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
$116,013
Home Value
$715,900
Rent
$2,460/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
48.2%
Unemployment
4.9%
Owner-Occupied
52.7%
Rent Burden
25.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability52C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life58C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy41CLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted 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).