| ZIP Code | 92602 |
|---|---|
| City | Irvine |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 949 |
| Elevation | 580 ft |
| Latitude | 33.736498 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.734933 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.4% ▲ 108% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 119 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,070 (6.1%) |
| Some College | 669 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 1,602 (9.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,208 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,010 (73.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $150,406 ▲ 97% above avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,323,200 ▲ 375% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,895/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,245 |
| Vacant Units | 750 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,245 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 750 |
| Owner Occupied | 45.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 92602 is located in Irvine, California, within Orange County. With a population of 27,358, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 92602 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $150,406 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92602 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,323,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,895 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.2%) and renters (54.9%). Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 92602 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 48.1%. Residents are highly educated — 80.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 49% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92602 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 92602 in Irvine, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,358 residents, a median household income of $150,406, and a median home value of $1,323,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.