| ZIP Code | 93555 |
|---|---|
| City | Ridgecrest |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Kern County |
| Area Code | 442/760 |
| Elevation | 1,771 ft |
| Latitude | 35.582384 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -117.683597 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 11.9% ▲ 19% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.2% ▲ 67% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 250 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,325 (20.8%) |
| Some College | 2,506 (12%) |
| Associates | 3,928 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,224 (15.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,573 (31.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,141 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $235,400 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,180/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,401 |
| Vacant Units | 1,328 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,401 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,328 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 93555 is located in Ridgecrest, California, within Kern County. With a population of 33,629, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 93555 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,141 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 93555 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $235,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,180 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 93555 is majority White (64.91%). Residents are well-educated — 47.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.9%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 93555 stands at 8.2%, 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 93555 in Ridgecrest, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,629 residents, a median household income of $84,141, and a median home value of $235,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.