| ZIP Code | 90272 |
|---|---|
| City | Pacific Palisades |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 424 |
| Elevation | 1,478 ft |
| Latitude | 34.092567 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.534363 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 82.1% ▲ 112% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 713 (5%) |
| Some College | 560 (3.9%) |
| Associates | 1,244 (8.7%) |
| Bachelors | 572 (4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,110 (78.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $200,985 ▲ 163% above avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,133/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,207 |
| Vacant Units | 925 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,207 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 925 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 90272 is located in Pacific Palisades, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 21,438, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.1 years. Economically, 90272 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $200,985 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90272 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 $3,133 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 90272 is primarily White (80.80%). Residents are highly educated — 82.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90272 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 36% — 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 90272 in Pacific Palisades, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,438 residents, a median household income of $200,985, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.