| ZIP Code | 92544 |
|---|---|
| City | Hemet |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Riverside County |
| Area Code | 840/909/951 |
| Elevation | 3,062 ft |
| Latitude | 33.645934 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -116.881628 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.0 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.14 |
| Below Poverty | 17.4% ▲ 74% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.4% ▼ 40% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.2% ▲ 89% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,137 (3.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,548 (35.8%) |
| Some College | 5,022 (17.1%) |
| Associates | 5,827 (19.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,268 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,622 (15.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,011 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $356,200 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,530/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,568 |
| Vacant Units | 1,268 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,568 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,268 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.14 |
ZIP code 92544 is located in Hemet, California, within Riverside County. With a population of 51,694, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34 years. Economically, 92544 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,011 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92544 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $356,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,530 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 54% since 2019.
The population of 92544 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 49.5%. Residents are less-educated — 23.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.4%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92544 stands at 9.2%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 92544 in Hemet, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 51,694 residents, a median household income of $67,011, and a median home value of $356,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.