| ZIP Code | 92010 |
|---|---|
| City | Carlsbad |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Diego County |
| Area Code | 442/760 |
| Elevation | 290 ft |
| Latitude | 33.165381 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.281427 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.3% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 339 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,379 (11.9%) |
| Some College | 1,011 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 1,656 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 950 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,293 (54.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,612 ▲ 58% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,016,400 ▲ 265% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,764/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,114 |
| Vacant Units | 319 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,114 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 319 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 92010 is located in Carlsbad, California, within San Diego County. With a population of 17,300, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.6 years. Economically, 92010 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,612 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92010 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,016,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,764 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 92010 is majority White (61.43%). Residents are highly educated — 62.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92010 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 92010 in Carlsbad, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,300 residents, a median household income of $120,612, and a median home value of $1,016,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.