| ZIP Code | 93550 |
|---|---|
| City | Palmdale |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 661 |
| Elevation | 4,305 ft |
| Latitude | 34.410334 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.059957 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.2 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.49 |
| Below Poverty | 19.6% ▲ 96% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.8% ▼ 46% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,366 (8.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,470 (41.5%) |
| Some College | 5,001 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 6,549 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,585 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,673 (11.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,811 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $378,700 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,573/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,965 |
| Vacant Units | 1,133 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,965 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,133 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.49 |
ZIP code 93550 is located in Palmdale, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 79,929, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.2 years. Economically, 93550 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,811 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93550 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $378,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,573 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.8%) and renters (47.2%). Median home values have increased by 63% since 2019.
The population of 93550 is majority Hispanic (69.25%). Residents are less-educated — 20.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.6%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93550 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 93550 in Palmdale, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 79,929 residents, a median household income of $63,811, and a median home value of $378,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.