| ZIP Code | 90265 |
|---|---|
| City | Malibu |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 310/424 |
| Elevation | 1,468 ft |
| Latitude | 34.070245 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.851042 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 10.2% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 74.8% ▲ 93% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.2% ▲ 48% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 30 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 741 (6.9%) |
| Some College | 623 (5.8%) |
| Associates | 1,315 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 496 (4.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,530 (70.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $191,080 ▲ 150% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,501/mo ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,642 |
| Vacant Units | 2,423 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,642 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,423 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 90265 is located in Malibu, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 15,914, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.8 years. Economically, 90265 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $191,080 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90265 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $2,000,000+ is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,501 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 90265 is primarily White (76.81%). Residents are highly educated — 74.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.2%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90265 stands at 7.2%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 35% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 90265 in Malibu, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,914 residents, a median household income of $191,080, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.