| ZIP Code | 92315 |
|---|---|
| City | Big Bear Lake |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Bernardino County |
| Area Code | 840/909 |
| Elevation | 6,747 ft |
| Latitude | 34.21713 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -116.941614 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 9.0% ▼ 10% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.4% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 30% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 40 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 960 (25.8%) |
| Some College | 250 (6.7%) |
| Associates | 750 (20.1%) |
| Bachelors | 391 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,337 (35.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,293 ≈ Avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $538,200 ▲ 93% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,278/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,861 |
| Vacant Units | 7,540 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,861 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 7,540 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 92315 is located in Big Bear Lake, California, within San Bernardino County. With a population of 5,215, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.1 years. Economically, 92315 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,293 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92315 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $538,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,278 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 92315 is majority White (68.84%). Residents are well-educated — 46.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.0%. Household income has grown by 55% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92315 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 92315 in Big Bear Lake, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,215 residents, a median household income of $79,293, and a median home value of $538,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.