| ZIP Code | 90005 |
|---|---|
| City | Los Angeles |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 213/310/323/562/626/ |
| Elevation | 200 ft |
| Latitude | 34.059374 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.308962 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 24.4% ▲ 144% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.7% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,444 (6.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,900 (26%) |
| Some College | 1,231 (5.4%) |
| Associates | 2,371 (10.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,190 (5.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,517 (46.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,755 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,084,400 ▲ 289% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 20.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,648/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,357 |
| Vacant Units | 1,880 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,357 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,880 |
| Owner Occupied | 9.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 91.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 90005 is located in Los Angeles, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 38,747, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 90005 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,755 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90005 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,084,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,648 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 91.0% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 90005 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 47.7%. Residents are well-educated — 51.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.4%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90005 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 53%.
Overall, ZIP code 90005 in Los Angeles, CA is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 38,747 residents, a median household income of $52,755, and a median home value of $1,084,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.