| ZIP Code | 90278 |
|---|---|
| City | Redondo Beach |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 310/424 |
| Elevation | 109 ft |
| Latitude | 33.873605 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.370264 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.0% ▲ 78% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 376 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,559 (12.5%) |
| Some College | 1,681 (5.9%) |
| Associates | 3,246 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,819 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,862 (62.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $148,581 ▲ 95% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,195,700 ▲ 329% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,417/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,628 |
| Vacant Units | 765 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,628 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 765 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 90278 is located in Redondo Beach, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 42,536, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 90278 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $148,581 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90278 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,195,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,417 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.7%) and renters (42.3%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 90278 is majority White (52.22%). Residents are highly educated — 69.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90278 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 90278 in Redondo Beach, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 42,536 residents, a median household income of $148,581, and a median home value of $1,195,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.