| ZIP Code | 92627 |
|---|---|
| City | Costa Mesa |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 949 |
| Elevation | 82 ft |
| Latitude | 33.648112 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.921203 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.0 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.5% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,131 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,918 (20.6%) |
| Some College | 2,881 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 6,310 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,634 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,542 (45.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,039 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,074,900 ▲ 286% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,299/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,286 |
| Vacant Units | 897 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,286 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 897 |
| Owner Occupied | 37.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 62.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
ZIP code 92627 is located in Costa Mesa, California, within Orange County. With a population of 60,751, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36 years. Economically, 92627 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,039 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92627 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,074,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,299 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 62.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 92627 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.0%. Residents are well-educated — 52.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.2%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92627 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 92627 in Costa Mesa, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 60,751 residents, a median household income of $105,039, and a median home value of $1,074,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.