| ZIP Code | 90503 |
|---|---|
| City | Torrance |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 310/424 |
| Elevation | 101 ft |
| Latitude | 33.839463 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.353699 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 344 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,041 (16%) |
| Some College | 1,643 (5.2%) |
| Associates | 4,084 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 2,928 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,434 (55.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $119,685 ▲ 57% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,058,100 ▲ 280% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,249/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,189 |
| Vacant Units | 1,098 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,189 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,098 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 90503 is located in Torrance, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 43,764, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.5 years. Economically, 90503 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $119,685 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90503 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,058,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,249 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.5%) and renters (47.5%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 90503 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 40.9%. Residents are highly educated — 64.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90503 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 90503 in Torrance, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 43,764 residents, a median household income of $119,685, and a median home value of $1,058,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.