| ZIP Code | 93527 |
|---|---|
| City | Inyokern |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Kern County |
| Area Code | 442/760 |
| Elevation | 4,598 ft |
| Latitude | 35.922932 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.078936 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 12.8% ▲ 162% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 273 (20.3%) |
| Some College | 194 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 267 (19.9%) |
| Bachelors | 95 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 485 (36.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,667 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $328,000 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 96% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $922/mo ↓ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,069 |
| Vacant Units | 261 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,069 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 261 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 93527 is located in Inyokern, California, within Kern County. With a population of 1,801, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.1 years. Economically, 93527 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,667 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93527 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $328,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $922 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 96% since 2019.
The population of 93527 is primarily White (81.18%). Residents are well-educated — 43.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.3%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93527 stands at 12.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 88%.
Overall, ZIP code 93527 in Inyokern, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,801 residents, a median household income of $82,667, and a median home value of $328,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.