| ZIP Code | 92253 |
|---|---|
| City | La Quinta |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Riverside County |
| Area Code | 760 |
| Elevation | 25 ft |
| Latitude | 33.656743 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -116.292162 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.1 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 44% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 347 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,410 (23.1%) |
| Some College | 2,918 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 4,387 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,581 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,054 (39.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,397 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $612,800 ▲ 120% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,741/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,679 |
| Vacant Units | 8,944 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,679 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 8,944 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 92253 is located in La Quinta, California, within Riverside County. With a population of 38,281, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.1 years. Economically, 92253 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,397 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92253 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $612,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,741 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 92253 is majority White (53.61%). Residents are well-educated — 49.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92253 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 92253 in La Quinta, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 38,281 residents, a median household income of $97,397, and a median home value of $612,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.