US ZIP Code
90220

Compton, CA

Los Angeles County  ·  California

● Active
👥 49,156 Population ↓ 7% since 2019
💰 $77,535 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 36% since 2019
🎂 34.6 Median Age ↑ 9% since 2019
🏠 $514,600 Median Home Value
▲ 85% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019
🎓 26.2% College Grads
▼ 33% below avg
📊 6.8% Unemployment
▲ 38% above avg ↓ 27% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code90220
CityCompton
StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyLos Angeles County
Area Code310/323/424/562/738
Elevation114 ft
Latitude33.87978
Longitude-118.229679
TimezoneLos Angeles (DST)
FIPS06037
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 49.4% (24,273) Female 50.6% (24,883) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 1.4%Hispanic: 66.8%Black: 27.8%Asian: 1.2%Other: 1.1%Race
White1.4%
Hispanic66.8%
Black27.8%
Asian1.2%
Other1.1%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
20%
18–24
8%
25–44
27%
45–64
24%
65+
5%

Key Indicators

Median Age34.6 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019
Avg Household Size3.59
Below Poverty17.5% ▲ 75% above avg
College Grads26.2% ▼ 33% below avg
Unemployment6.8% ▲ 38% above avg
No HS Diploma2,612 (10.5%)
HS Graduate9,159 (36.7%)
Some College2,380 (9.5%)
Associates4,256 (17.1%)
Bachelors2,423 (9.7%)
Graduate Degree4,094 (16.4%)

Education

No HS: 10.5%HS Grad: 36.7%Some College: 9.5%Associates: 17.1%Bachelors: 9.7%Graduate: 16.4%Edu
No HS10.5%
HS Grad36.7%
Some College9.5%
Associates17.1%
Bachelors9.7%
Graduate16.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 61.6%Renter: 38.4%Tenure
Owner61.6%
Renter38.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
3%
$200k–300k
7%
$300k–500k
29%
Over $500k
52%

Financials

Median HH Income$77,535 ≈ Avg ↑ 36% since 2019
Median Home Value$514,600 ▲ 85% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,557/mo ↑ 26% since 2019
Total Units14,067
Vacant Units472
Avg HH Size3.59

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$25k–50k
15%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
8%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
90%
Public Transit
3%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
13%
15–30 min
40%
30–45 min
27%
Over 45 min
19%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
10%
1940s–1950s
22%
1960s–1970s
11%
1980s–1990s
4%
2000+
53%

Summary

Total Units14,067
Vacant472
Owner Occupied61.6%
Renter Occupied38.4%
Avg HH Size3.59
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 90220 is in Compton, CA, in Los Angeles County.
ZIP code 90220 is located in California (CA).
ZIP code 90220 is in Los Angeles County, CA.
ZIP 90220 observes the Los Angeles timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 90220 is 49,156 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 90220 is $77,535 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 90220 is $514,600 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 90220

ZIP code 90220 is located in Compton, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 49,156, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 90220 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,535 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 90220 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $514,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,557 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.

The population of 90220 is majority Hispanic (66.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.5%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 90220 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.

Overall, ZIP code 90220 in Compton, CA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 49,156 residents, a median household income of $77,535, and a median home value of $514,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.