| ZIP Code | 93257 |
|---|---|
| City | Porterville |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Tulare County |
| Area Code | 559 |
| Elevation | 933 ft |
| Latitude | 35.980858 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.889315 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06107 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.27 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.8% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.3% ▲ 111% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,532 (7.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,411 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 3,940 (11%) |
| Associates | 7,033 (19.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,408 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,590 (18.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,261 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $276,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,086/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 25,020 |
| Vacant Units | 1,277 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 25,020 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,277 |
| Owner Occupied | 55.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 44.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.27 |
ZIP code 93257 is located in Porterville, California, within Tulare County. With a population of 79,340, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.9 years. Economically, 93257 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,261 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93257 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $276,400 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 (55.5%) and renters (44.6%). Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 93257 is primarily Hispanic (72.14%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.3%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93257 stands at 10.3%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 93257 in Porterville, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 79,340 residents, a median household income of $58,261, and a median home value of $276,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.