NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 96137

CA · Population: 2,949

C+
53/100
40
C
Safety
72
B+
Affordability
74
B+
Quality of Life
25
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 96137

Zip code 96137 is located in California and is home to approximately 2,949 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 53/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $59,280 and home values around $320,700, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 24.5% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 13.1% 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
$59,280
Home Value
$320,700
Rent
$754/mo
Median Age
57
College Educated
24.5%
Unemployment
13.1%
Owner-Occupied
77.9%
Rent Burden
15.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety40CLower crime = higher score
Affordability72B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life74B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy25FLower unemployment = higher
Overall53C+Weighted 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).