| ZIP Code | 91941 |
|---|---|
| City | La Mesa |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Diego County |
| Area Code | 619/858 |
| Elevation | 517 ft |
| Latitude | 32.759266 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -116.997091 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.1% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 188 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,859 (16.3%) |
| Some College | 2,349 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 4,237 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,177 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,855 (45.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $111,607 ▲ 46% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $884,800 ▲ 217% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,067/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,250 |
| Vacant Units | 561 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,250 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 561 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 91941 is located in La Mesa, California, within San Diego County. With a population of 33,706, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 91941 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $111,607 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 91941 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $884,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,067 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 91941 is majority White (55.57%). Residents are well-educated — 55.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 91941 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 91941 in La Mesa, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,706 residents, a median household income of $111,607, and a median home value of $884,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.