| ZIP Code | 93551 |
|---|---|
| City | Palmdale |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 661 |
| Elevation | 3,896 ft |
| Latitude | 34.589618 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.227381 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.23 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,279 (3.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,269 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 3,710 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 6,121 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,154 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,434 (31.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,850 ▲ 45% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $548,800 ▲ 97% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,263/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,940 |
| Vacant Units | 943 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,940 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 943 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.23 |
ZIP code 93551 is located in Palmdale, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 54,956, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 93551 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,850 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93551 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $548,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,263 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 93551 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 43.3%. Residents are well-educated — 41.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93551 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 93551 in Palmdale, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 54,956 residents, a median household income of $110,850, and a median home value of $548,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.