| ZIP Code | 92029 |
|---|---|
| City | Escondido |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Diego County |
| Area Code | 442/760 |
| Elevation | 733 ft |
| Latitude | 33.08553 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.123967 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.2% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 441 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,162 (15.3%) |
| Some College | 1,622 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 1,833 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 1,402 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,693 (47.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $120,038 ▲ 57% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $911,600 ▲ 227% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,232/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,976 |
| Vacant Units | 272 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,976 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 272 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 92029 is located in Escondido, California, within San Diego County. With a population of 20,296, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.9 years. Economically, 92029 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $120,038 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92029 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $911,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,232 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 92029 is majority White (59.30%). Residents are well-educated — 57.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92029 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 92029 in Escondido, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,296 residents, a median household income of $120,038, and a median home value of $911,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.