| ZIP Code | 90262 |
|---|---|
| City | Lynwood |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 323/738 |
| Elevation | 86 ft |
| Latitude | 33.923831 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.201352 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.12 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.6% ▼ 50% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.7% ▲ 98% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,628 (11.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,959 (42.3%) |
| Some College | 2,926 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 5,142 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,771 (5.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,225 (13.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,507 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $569,400 ▲ 104% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,625/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,497 |
| Vacant Units | 367 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,497 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 367 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.12 |
ZIP code 90262 is located in Lynwood, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 64,918, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.2 years. Economically, 90262 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,507 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90262 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $569,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,625 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.3%) and renters (50.7%). Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 90262 is primarily Hispanic (88.20%). Residents are less-educated — 19.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.7%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90262 stands at 9.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 90262 in Lynwood, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 64,918 residents, a median household income of $70,507, and a median home value of $569,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.