| ZIP Code | 90221 |
|---|---|
| City | Compton |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 310/323/424/562/738 |
| Elevation | 62 ft |
| Latitude | 33.885811 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.206459 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.08 |
| Below Poverty | 17.5% ▲ 75% above avg |
| College Grads | 16.4% ▼ 58% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,851 (12.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,184 (44.5%) |
| Some College | 2,131 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 3,946 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,292 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,459 (10.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,191 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $541,800 ▲ 94% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,600/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,854 |
| Vacant Units | 457 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,854 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 457 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.08 |
ZIP code 90221 is located in Compton, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 50,782, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 90221 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,191 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90221 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $541,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,600 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.4%) and renters (46.6%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 90221 is primarily Hispanic (78.89%). Residents are less-educated — 16.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.5%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90221 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 90221 in Compton, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 50,782 residents, a median household income of $68,191, and a median home value of $541,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.