| ZIP Code | 91042 |
|---|---|
| City | Tujunga |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 747/818 |
| Elevation | 3,360 ft |
| Latitude | 34.315503 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.264847 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 8.0% ▲ 64% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,050 (5.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,470 (24%) |
| Some College | 1,692 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 3,660 (19.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,087 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,659 (30.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,707 ≈ Avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $801,800 ▲ 188% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,782/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,815 |
| Vacant Units | 625 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,815 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 625 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 91042 is located in Tujunga, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 27,055, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 91042 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,707 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 91042 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $801,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,782 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.3%) and renters (46.8%). Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 91042 is majority White (58.71%). Residents are well-educated — 41.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.3%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 91042 stands at 8.0%, which is significantly above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 91042 in Tujunga, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a mature community. With 27,055 residents, a median household income of $81,707, and a median home value of $801,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.