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Zip Code 92553

CA · Population: 73,945

C
42/100
50
C+
Safety
45
C
Affordability
38
D
Quality of Life
37
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 92553

Zip code 92553 is located in California and is home to approximately 73,945 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 42/100), 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 $67,254, with home values near $371,600 and rents around $1,759/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 12.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.9% 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
$67,254
Home Value
$371,600
Rent
$1,759/mo
Median Age
30
College Educated
12.4%
Unemployment
8.9%
Owner-Occupied
50.5%
Rent Burden
31.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability45CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life38DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy37DLower unemployment = higher
Overall42CWeighted 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).