| ZIP Code | 90038 |
|---|---|
| City | Los Angeles |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 213/310/323/738/747/ |
| Elevation | 297 ft |
| Latitude | 34.088017 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.327168 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.5% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 58% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,360 (7.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,962 (22.1%) |
| Some College | 1,269 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 2,117 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 845 (4.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,383 (46.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,566 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,089,200 ▲ 291% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 17.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,764/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,998 |
| Vacant Units | 1,654 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,998 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,654 |
| Owner Occupied | 8.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 91.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 90038 is located in Los Angeles, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 27,807, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.2 years. Economically, 90038 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,566 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90038 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,089,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,764 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 91.5% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 90038 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 48.7%. Residents are well-educated — 51.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.3%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90038 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 53%.
Overall, ZIP code 90038 in Los Angeles, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,807 residents, a median household income of $61,566, and a median home value of $1,089,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.