| ZIP Code | 92024 |
|---|---|
| City | Encinitas |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Diego County |
| Area Code | 442/760 |
| Elevation | 238 ft |
| Latitude | 33.056868 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.257577 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.1% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 331 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,970 (8.4%) |
| Some College | 2,202 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 3,615 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,593 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 23,554 (66.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $149,080 ▲ 95% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,409,700 ▲ 406% above avg ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,643/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,566 |
| Vacant Units | 1,826 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,566 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,826 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 92024 is located in Encinitas, California, within San Diego County. With a population of 50,030, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.3 years. Economically, 92024 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $149,080 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92024 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,409,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,643 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 51% since 2019.
The population of 92024 is primarily White (74.76%). Residents are highly educated — 74.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92024 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — 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 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 92024 in Encinitas, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 50,030 residents, a median household income of $149,080, and a median home value of $1,409,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.