| ZIP Code | 94022 |
|---|---|
| City | Los Altos |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Clara County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 500 ft |
| Latitude | 37.35536 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.144935 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 3.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| College Grads | 90.1% ▲ 132% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0%) |
| HS Graduate | 352 (2.8%) |
| Some College | 138 (1.1%) |
| Associates | 759 (6%) |
| Bachelors | 353 (2.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,011 (87.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $250,001 ▲ 228% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,501/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,151 |
| Vacant Units | 883 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,151 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 883 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 94022 is located in Los Altos, California, within Santa Clara County. With a population of 19,993, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.3 years. Economically, 94022 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $250,001 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94022 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 $3,501 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 94022 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.4%. Residents are highly educated — 90.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.9%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94022 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 37% — 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 52%.
Overall, ZIP code 94022 in Los Altos, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,993 residents, a median household income of $250,001, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.