| ZIP Code | 93401 |
|---|---|
| City | San Luis Obispo |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Luis Obispo County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 330 ft |
| Latitude | 35.235871 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.615914 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 14.7% ▲ 47% above avg |
| College Grads | 63.5% ▲ 64% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 96 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,413 (12.8%) |
| Some College | 1,624 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 2,732 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,432 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,534 (55.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,386 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $943,500 ▲ 238% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,859/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,363 |
| Vacant Units | 903 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,363 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 903 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
ZIP code 93401 is located in San Luis Obispo, California, within San Luis Obispo County. With a population of 29,995, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 93401 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,386 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93401 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $943,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,859 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.4%) and renters (52.6%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 93401 is primarily White (71.12%). Residents are highly educated — 63.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.7%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93401 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 93401 in San Luis Obispo, CA is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 29,995 residents, a median household income of $95,386, and a median home value of $943,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.