ZIP codes
1,803
California ZIP Codes & Demographics
California capital is Sacramento (CA); borders Arizona, Nevada, Oregon. California ZIP codes, demographics, and median household income — 1,803 ZIP codes...
Population
39,241,543
Median household income (avg.)
$98,324
131% of U.S. median
Average home value
$738,166
212% of U.S. median
Average rent
$1,701
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Quick facts about California
Capital, postal abbreviation, region, and land neighbors — then ZIP demographics below.
- Capital
- Sacramento
- Abbreviation
- CA
- Region
- West
- State bird
- California quail
- State flower
- Golden poppy
- Motto
- Eureka
California demographics
California has 1,803 ZIP codes across 58 counties on US5, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 39,241,543.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 41.5 years.
Among cities represented in this ZIP set, Fontana is among the largest population centers.
Median household income in California
The average median household income across ZIP codes in California is about $98,324 — about 31% above the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 94020 (La Honda) is near the top at about $250,001, while 92257 (Bombay Beach) is near the bottom at about $17,663.
Housing in California
For housing in California, the average median home value is about $738,166 and the average median rent is about $1,701.
The most populous ZIP is 92336 (Fontana) with about 103,393 residents. Use the table below to compare ZIP codes across the state.
ZIP codes in California
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95972 | — | Yuba County | CA | — | — | — |
| 96116 | Likely | Modoc County | CA | — | — | — |
| 96155 | — | El Dorado County | CA | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of California?
The capital of California is Sacramento. See Quick Facts above for abbreviation, region, and neighbors, then browse ZIP demographics below.
What is the abbreviation for California?
California’s USPS postal abbreviation is CA.
What states border California?
California shares land borders with Arizona, Nevada, Oregon. Practice adjacency in the neighboring-states quiz; confirm the list in Quick Facts on this page.
How many ZIP codes are in California?
California has 1,803 ZIP codes on US5 across 58 counties. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
What are the demographics of California?
California has a combined ZIP-area population of about 39,241,543 across 1,803 ZIP codes. Browse the table on this page for population, income, and housing by ZIP.
What is the median household income in California?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in California is about $98,324, about 31% above the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $738,166. Among ZIPs with data, 94020 (La Honda) is near the top ($250,001) and 92257 (Bombay Beach) is near the bottom ($17,663).
Where can I find ZIP code lists for California?
This page lists ZIP codes in California with population, median household income, and home value. Sort the table or open a ZIP for a full demographics profile.
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