Zip Code 94038

CA · Population: 3,165

B
68/100
24
F
Safety
92
A+
Affordability
73
B+
Quality of Life
85
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 94038

Zip code 94038 is located in California and is home to approximately 3,165 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), 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.

With a median household income of $116,950 and home values around $1,080,400, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 51.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.2%.

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
$116,950
Home Value
$1,080,400
Rent
—
Median Age
46
College Educated
51.9%
Unemployment
0.2%
Owner-Occupied
93.5%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability92A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life73B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy85ALower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted 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).