US ZIP Code
93905

Salinas, CA

Monterey County  ·  California

● Active
👥 64,596 Population ↑ 7% since 2019
💰 $75,716 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 47% since 2019
🎂 28.5 Median Age ↑ 4% since 2019
🏠 $570,000 Median Home Value
▲ 104% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019
🎓 20.9% College Grads
▼ 46% below avg
📊 5.4% Unemployment
▲ 10% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code93905
CitySalinas
StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyMonterey County
Area Code408/831
Elevation91 ft
Latitude36.685068
Longitude-121.605992
TimezoneLos Angeles (DST)
FIPS06053
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 52.1% (33,655) Female 47.9% (30,941) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 2.2%Hispanic: 93.7%Black: 0.4%Asian: 3.2%Other: 0.5%Race
White2.2%
Hispanic93.7%
Black0.4%
Asian3.2%
Other0.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
8%
5–17
26%
18–24
12%
25–44
28%
45–64
19%
65+
3%

Key Indicators

Median Age28.5 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019
Avg Household Size4.57
Below Poverty19.6% ▲ 96% above avg
College Grads20.9% ▼ 46% below avg
Unemployment5.4% ▲ 10% above avg
No HS Diploma2,836 (14.2%)
HS Graduate8,330 (41.6%)
Some College2,074 (10.4%)
Associates2,595 (13%)
Bachelors1,901 (9.5%)
Graduate Degree2,274 (11.4%)

Education

No HS: 14.2%HS Grad: 41.6%Some College: 10.4%Associates: 13%Bachelors: 9.5%Graduate: 11.4%Edu
No HS14.2%
HS Grad41.6%
Some College10.4%
Associates13.0%
Bachelors9.5%
Graduate11.4%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 41.7%Renter: 58.3%Tenure
Owner41.7%
Renter58.3%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
2%
$150k–200k
1%
$200k–300k
6%
$300k–500k
23%
Over $500k
64%

Financials

Median HH Income$75,716 ≈ Avg ↑ 47% since 2019
Median Home Value$570,000 ▲ 104% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio7.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,799/mo ↑ 46% since 2019
Total Units14,534
Vacant Units478
Avg HH Size4.57

Income Distribution

Under $25k
13%
$25k–50k
17%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
13%
$100k–150k
19%
$150k–200k
12%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
94%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
4%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
13%
15–30 min
55%
30–45 min
20%
Over 45 min
12%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
6%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
18%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units14,534
Vacant478
Owner Occupied41.7%
Renter Occupied58.3%
Avg HH Size4.57
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 93905 is in Salinas, CA, in Monterey County.
ZIP code 93905 is located in California (CA).
ZIP code 93905 is in Monterey County, CA.
ZIP 93905 observes the Los Angeles timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 93905 is 64,596 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 93905 is $75,716 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 93905 is $570,000 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 93905

ZIP code 93905 is located in Salinas, California, within Monterey County. With a population of 64,596, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.5 years. Economically, 93905 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,716 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 93905 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $570,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,799 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.7%) and renters (58.3%). Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.

The population of 93905 is primarily Hispanic (93.65%). Residents are less-educated — 20.9% 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 47% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 93905 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.

Overall, ZIP code 93905 in Salinas, CA is characterized as middle-income, less-educated, and a young community. With 64,596 residents, a median household income of $75,716, and a median home value of $570,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.