US ZIP Code
93921

Carmel By The Sea, CA

Monterey County  ·  California

● Active
👥 2,459 Population ↓ 26% since 2019
💰 $87,457 Median HH Income
▲ 15% above avg ↓ 11% since 2019
🎂 70.3 Median Age ↑ 22% since 2019
🏠 $2,000,000+ Median Home Value
▲ 617% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019
🎓 80.0% College Grads
▲ 106% above avg
📊 4.1% Unemployment
▼ 17% below avg ↑ 4975% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code93921
CityCarmel By The Sea
StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyMonterey County
Area Code831
Elevation229 ft
Latitude36.553641
Longitude-121.922271
TimezoneLos Angeles (DST)
FIPS06053
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 43.6% (1,072) Female 56.4% (1,387) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 86.1%Hispanic: 2.6%Black: 1.1%Asian: 3.1%Other: 7.2%Race
White86.1%
Hispanic2.6%
Black1.1%
Asian3.1%
Other7.2%

Age Breakdown

5–17
4%
18–24
0%
25–44
12%
45–64
22%
65+
23%

Key Indicators

Median Age70.3 yrs ↑ 22% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.66
Below Poverty6.3% ▼ 37% below avg
College Grads80.0% ▲ 106% above avg
Unemployment4.1% ▼ 17% below avg
No HS Diploma1 (0%)
HS Graduate145 (6.5%)
Some College86 (3.9%)
Associates212 (9.6%)
Bachelors138 (6.2%)
Graduate Degree1,634 (73.7%)

Education

HS Grad: 6.5%Some College: 3.9%Associates: 9.6%Bachelors: 6.2%Graduate: 73.7%Edu
HS Grad6.5%
Some College3.9%
Associates9.6%
Bachelors6.2%
Graduate73.7%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 52.7%Renter: 47.4%Tenure
Owner52.7%
Renter47.4%

Home Value Distribution

Over $500k
100%

Financials

Median HH Income$87,457 ▲ 15% above avg ↓ 11% since 2019
Median Home Value$2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio22.9x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$2,980/mo ↑ 35% since 2019
Total Units2,910
Vacant Units1,455
Avg HH Size1.66

Income Distribution

Under $25k
14%
$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
9%
$100k–150k
21%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
23%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
64%
Walked
12%
Work From Home
24%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
57%
15–30 min
15%
30–45 min
28%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
6%
1940s–1950s
14%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
6%
2000+
69%

Summary

Total Units2,910
Vacant1,455
Owner Occupied52.7%
Renter Occupied47.4%
Avg HH Size1.66
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 93921 is in Carmel By The Sea, CA, in Monterey County.
ZIP code 93921 is located in California (CA).
ZIP code 93921 is in Monterey County, CA.
ZIP 93921 observes the Los Angeles timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 93921 is 2,459 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 93921 is $87,457 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 93921 is $2,000,000+ (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 93921

ZIP code 93921 is located in Carmel By The Sea, California, within Monterey County. With a population of 2,459, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 70.3 years. Economically, 93921 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,457 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 93921 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $2,000,000+ is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,980 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.7%) and renters (47.4%). Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.

The population of 93921 is primarily White (86.13%). Residents are highly educated — 80.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has declined by 11% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 93921 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.

Overall, ZIP code 93921 in Carmel By The Sea, CA is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and an older community. With 2,459 residents, a median household income of $87,457, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.