| ZIP Code | 92227 |
|---|---|
| City | Brawley |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Imperial County |
| Area Code | 442/760 |
| Latitude | 32.99005 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -115.336852 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.45 |
| Below Poverty | 20.6% ▲ 106% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.1% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 15.1% ▲ 209% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 944 (6.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,130 (30%) |
| Some College | 1,788 (13%) |
| Associates | 3,187 (23.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,465 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,269 (16.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,593 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $272,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $955/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,062 |
| Vacant Units | 953 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,062 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 953 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.45 |
ZIP code 92227 is located in Brawley, California, within Imperial County. With a population of 28,147, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.1 years. Economically, 92227 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,593 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92227 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $272,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $955 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.5%) and renters (46.5%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 92227 is primarily Hispanic (83.86%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.6%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92227 stands at 15.1%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 92227 in Brawley, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 28,147 residents, a median household income of $60,593, and a median home value of $272,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.