| ZIP Code | 93428 |
|---|---|
| City | Cambria |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Luis Obispo County |
| Area Code | 805/820 |
| Elevation | 1,119 ft |
| Latitude | 35.585 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.041474 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06079 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 58.1% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 64 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 746 (15.7%) |
| Some College | 346 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 830 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 592 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,166 (45.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,225 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $869,600 ▲ 212% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,909/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,199 |
| Vacant Units | 1,287 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,199 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,287 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 93428 is located in Cambria, California, within San Luis Obispo County. With a population of 6,269, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.7 years. Economically, 93428 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,225 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93428 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $869,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,909 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 93428 is majority White (65.29%). Residents are well-educated — 58.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93428 stands at 8.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 93428 in Cambria, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,269 residents, a median household income of $89,225, and a median home value of $869,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.