Zip Code 92139

CA · Population: 34,930

D
33/100
24
F
Safety
43
C
Affordability
36
D
Quality of Life
28
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 92139

Zip code 92139 is located in California and is home to approximately 34,930 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 33/100), 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 $87,463, with home values near $567,600 and rents around $1,979/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 22.8% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 6.2% 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
$87,463
Home Value
$567,600
Rent
$1,979/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
22.8%
Unemployment
6.2%
Owner-Occupied
59.1%
Rent Burden
27.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability43CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life36DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy28FLower unemployment = higher
Overall33DWeighted 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).