| ZIP Code | 92626 |
|---|---|
| City | Costa Mesa |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 562/657/714/949 |
| Elevation | 43 ft |
| Latitude | 33.679591 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.908531 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.2% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 871 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,651 (16.2%) |
| Some College | 2,416 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 6,047 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,307 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,684 (47.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $117,627 ▲ 54% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,037,700 ▲ 272% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,520/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,643 |
| Vacant Units | 1,159 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,643 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,159 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 92626 is located in Costa Mesa, California, within Orange County. With a population of 50,569, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 92626 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $117,627 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92626 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,037,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,520 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.0%) and renters (58.0%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 92626 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.7%. Residents are well-educated — 57.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92626 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 92626 in Costa Mesa, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 50,569 residents, a median household income of $117,627, and a median home value of $1,037,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.