| ZIP Code | 90254 |
|---|---|
| City | Hermosa Beach |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 310/424 |
| Elevation | 42 ft |
| Latitude | 33.864259 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.399303 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 47% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.8% ▲ 106% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 55 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 929 (6.6%) |
| Some College | 512 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 1,366 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 479 (3.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,838 (76.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $152,019 ▲ 99% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 13.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,812/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,454 |
| Vacant Units | 1,532 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,454 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,532 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 90254 is located in Hermosa Beach, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 19,248, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.1 years. Economically, 90254 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $152,019 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90254 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 $2,812 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.7%) and renters (49.3%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 90254 is primarily White (72.83%). Residents are highly educated — 79.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90254 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — 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 90254 in Hermosa Beach, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 19,248 residents, a median household income of $152,019, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.