| ZIP Code | 93203 |
|---|---|
| City | Arvin |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Kern County |
| Area Code | 661 |
| Elevation | 941 ft |
| Latitude | 35.119995 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.845899 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 25.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.29 |
| Below Poverty | 30.6% ▲ 206% above avg |
| College Grads | 15.9% ▼ 59% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.6% ▲ 137% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 888 (14.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,834 (46.4%) |
| Some College | 484 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 931 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 518 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 455 (7.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,918 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $247,800 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,086/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,005 |
| Vacant Units | 237 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,005 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 237 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.29 |
ZIP code 93203 is located in Arvin, California, within Kern County. With a population of 20,571, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 25.2 years. Economically, 93203 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,918 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93203 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $247,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,086 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.4%) and renters (47.6%). Median home values have increased by 49% since 2019.
The population of 93203 is primarily Hispanic (94.07%). Residents are less-educated — 15.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 30.6%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93203 stands at 11.6%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 93203 in Arvin, CA is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a young community. With 20,571 residents, a median household income of $49,918, and a median home value of $247,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.