US ZIP Code
92840

Garden Grove, CA

Orange County  ·  California

● Active
👥 54,475 Population
💰 $96,555 Median HH Income
▲ 27% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019
🎂 37.8 Median Age ↑ 3% since 2019
🏠 $746,900 Median Home Value
▲ 168% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019
🎓 39.6% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 5.8% Unemployment
▲ 18% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code92840
CityGarden Grove
StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyOrange County
Area Code657/714
Elevation110 ft
Latitude33.787165
Longitude-117.931889
TimezoneLos Angeles (DST)
FIPS06059
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.9% (26,627) Female 51.1% (27,848) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 16%Hispanic: 43.1%Black: 0.8%Asian: 37.4%Other: 1.7%Race
White16.0%
Hispanic43.1%
Black0.8%
Asian37.4%
Other1.7%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
17%
18–24
9%
25–44
28%
45–64
28%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019
Avg Household Size3.38
Below Poverty9.4% ≈ Avg
College Grads39.6% ≈ Avg
Unemployment5.8% ▲ 18% above avg
No HS Diploma2,916 (8.5%)
HS Graduate9,214 (27%)
Some College3,517 (10.3%)
Associates4,961 (14.5%)
Bachelors2,908 (8.5%)
Graduate Degree10,622 (31.1%)

Education

No HS: 8.5%HS Grad: 27%Some College: 10.3%Associates: 14.5%Bachelors: 8.5%Graduate: 31.1%Edu
No HS8.5%
HS Grad27.0%
Some College10.3%
Associates14.5%
Bachelors8.5%
Graduate31.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 53.4%Renter: 46.6%Tenure
Owner53.4%
Renter46.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
2%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
1%
$200k–300k
1%
$300k–500k
10%
Over $500k
82%

Financials

Median HH Income$96,555 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019
Median Home Value$746,900 ▲ 168% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio7.7x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,955/mo ↑ 20% since 2019
Total Units16,662
Vacant Units771
Avg HH Size3.38

Income Distribution

Under $25k
11%
$25k–50k
10%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
23%
$150k–200k
12%
Over $200k
15%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
82%
Public Transit
2%
Walked
2%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
18%
15–30 min
35%
30–45 min
30%
Over 45 min
18%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
1%
1940s–1950s
33%
1960s–1970s
9%
1980s–1990s
4%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units16,662
Vacant771
Owner Occupied53.4%
Renter Occupied46.6%
Avg HH Size3.38
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 92840 is in Garden Grove, CA, in Orange County.
ZIP code 92840 is located in California (CA).
ZIP code 92840 is in Orange County, CA.
ZIP 92840 observes the Los Angeles timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 92840 is 54,475 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 92840 is $96,555 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 92840 is $746,900 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 92840

ZIP code 92840 is located in Garden Grove, California, within Orange County. With a population of 54,475, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 92840 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,555 is above the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 92840 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $746,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,955 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.4%) and renters (46.6%). Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.

The population of 92840 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 43.1%. Residents are moderately educated — 39.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 92840 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.

Overall, ZIP code 92840 in Garden Grove, CA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,475 residents, a median household income of $96,555, and a median home value of $746,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.