| ZIP Code | 92618 |
|---|---|
| City | Irvine |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 657/949 |
| Elevation | 330 ft |
| Latitude | 33.667307 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.73358 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 78.4% ▲ 102% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 533 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,587 (6.5%) |
| Some College | 1,773 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 3,736 (9.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,641 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 28,595 (71.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $135,609 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,153,400 ▲ 314% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,053/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 26,470 |
| Vacant Units | 2,291 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 26,470 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,291 |
| Owner Occupied | 39.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 60.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 92618 is located in Irvine, California, within Orange County. With a population of 62,296, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 92618 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $135,609 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92618 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,153,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,053 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 60.5% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 92618 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 47.8%. Residents are highly educated — 78.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92618 stands at 5.4%, which is near 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 92618 in Irvine, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 62,296 residents, a median household income of $135,609, and a median home value of $1,153,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.