| ZIP Code | 92656 |
|---|---|
| City | Aliso Viejo |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 714/949 |
| Elevation | 468 ft |
| Latitude | 33.575201 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.730352 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.8% ▲ 70% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 408 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,152 (11.9%) |
| Some College | 2,531 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 4,850 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,107 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,889 (56.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $134,538 ▲ 76% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $849,900 ▲ 205% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,764/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,211 |
| Vacant Units | 985 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,211 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 985 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 92656 is located in Aliso Viejo, California, within Orange County. With a population of 52,645, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 92656 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $134,538 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92656 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $849,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,764 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.6%) and renters (42.4%). Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 92656 is majority White (54.48%). Residents are highly educated — 65.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92656 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 92656 in Aliso Viejo, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 52,645 residents, a median household income of $134,538, and a median home value of $849,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.