| ZIP Code | 90620 |
|---|---|
| City | Buena Park |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 657/714 |
| Elevation | 71 ft |
| Latitude | 33.845223 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.015292 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.54 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.0% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,340 (4.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,032 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 3,285 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 4,604 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,684 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,339 (34.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $122,582 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $782,000 ▲ 180% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,263/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,579 |
| Vacant Units | 468 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,579 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 468 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.54 |
ZIP code 90620 is located in Buena Park, California, within Orange County. With a population of 46,992, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 90620 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $122,582 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90620 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $782,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,263 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 90620 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 38.9%. Residents are well-educated — 43.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90620 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 90620 in Buena Park, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 46,992 residents, a median household income of $122,582, and a median home value of $782,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.