| ZIP Code | 92252 |
|---|---|
| City | Joshua Tree |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Bernardino County |
| Area Code | 442/760 |
| Elevation | 2,602 ft |
| Latitude | 34.147976 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -116.284218 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 21.3% ▲ 113% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 55% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 38 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,033 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 675 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 1,562 (29%) |
| Bachelors | 636 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,447 (26.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,821 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $290,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 98% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,172/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,201 |
| Vacant Units | 1,851 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,201 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,851 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 92252 is located in Joshua Tree, California, within San Bernardino County. With a population of 7,916, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 92252 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,821 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92252 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $290,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,172 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 98% since 2019.
The population of 92252 is majority White (67.26%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.3%. Household income has grown by 64% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92252 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — 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 92252 in Joshua Tree, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,916 residents, a median household income of $62,821, and a median home value of $290,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.