NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 96120

CA · Population: 1,209

A
80/100
77
B+
Safety
94
A+
Affordability
77
B+
Quality of Life
74
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 96120

Zip code 96120 is located in California and is home to approximately 1,209 residents. It receives an overall grade of A (score: 80/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $92,917 and home values around $465,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 31.5% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 3.8%, 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
$92,917
Home Value
$465,900
Rent
$867/mo
Median Age
54
College Educated
31.5%
Unemployment
3.8%
Owner-Occupied
88.3%
Rent Burden
11.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability94A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life77B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy74B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall80AWeighted 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).