| ZIP Code | 92840 |
|---|---|
| City | Garden Grove |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 657/714 |
| Elevation | 110 ft |
| Latitude | 33.787165 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.931889 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.38 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,916 (8.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,214 (27%) |
| Some College | 3,517 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 4,961 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,908 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,622 (31.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 7.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,955/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,662 |
| Vacant Units | 771 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,662 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 771 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.38 |
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.