| ZIP Code | 94020 |
|---|---|
| City | La Honda |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 643 ft |
| Latitude | 37.268977 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.221545 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.2% ▲ 107% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 63 (5.2%) |
| Some College | 10 (0.8%) |
| Associates | 155 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 78 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 900 (73.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $250,001 ▲ 228% above avg ↑ 80% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,158,100 ▲ 315% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 978 |
| Vacant Units | 216 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 978 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 216 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 94020 is located in La Honda, California, within San Mateo County. With a population of 1,745, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.4 years. Economically, 94020 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $250,001 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94020 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,158,100 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 79.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 94020 is primarily White (74.27%). Residents are highly educated — 80.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 80% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94020 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 94020 in La Honda, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,745 residents, a median household income of $250,001, and a median home value of $1,158,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.