| ZIP Code | 92831 |
|---|---|
| City | Fullerton |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 657/714 |
| Elevation | 219 ft |
| Latitude | 33.87951 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.896036 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.7 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 54.3% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.9% ▲ 61% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 624 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,977 (18.9%) |
| Some College | 1,619 (7.7%) |
| Associates | 3,405 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,768 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,653 (45.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,451 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $821,300 ▲ 195% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,093/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,691 |
| Vacant Units | 868 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,691 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 868 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
ZIP code 92831 is located in Fullerton, California, within Orange County. With a population of 35,831, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.7 years. Economically, 92831 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,451 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 92831 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $821,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,093 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.4%) and renters (59.6%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 92831 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 41.7%. Residents are well-educated — 54.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.4%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 92831 stands at 7.9%, which is significantly above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 92831 in Fullerton, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 35,831 residents, a median household income of $89,451, and a median home value of $821,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.