| ZIP Code | 92629 |
|---|---|
| City | Dana Point |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 714/949 |
| Elevation | 305 ft |
| Latitude | 33.475061 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.70563 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.5 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.8% ▲ 75% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 252 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,161 (11.3%) |
| Some College | 1,364 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 2,371 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,847 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,088 (58.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $131,731 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,212,400 ▲ 335% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,925/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,493 |
| Vacant Units | 2,277 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,493 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,277 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 92629 is located in Dana Point, California, within Orange County. With a population of 26,198, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.5 years. Economically, 92629 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $131,731 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92629 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,212,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,925 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 92629 is primarily White (73.29%). Residents are highly educated — 67.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92629 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — 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 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 92629 in Dana Point, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,198 residents, a median household income of $131,731, and a median home value of $1,212,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.