| ZIP Code | 94024 |
|---|---|
| City | Los Altos |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Clara County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 285 ft |
| Latitude | 37.350388 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.098686 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.93 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 88.0% ▲ 127% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 564 (3.9%) |
| Some College | 361 (2.5%) |
| Associates | 811 (5.6%) |
| Bachelors | 521 (3.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,239 (84.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $250,001 ▲ 228% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,501/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,486 |
| Vacant Units | 470 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,486 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 470 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
ZIP code 94024 is located in Los Altos, California, within Santa Clara County. With a population of 23,673, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.8 years. Economically, 94024 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $250,001 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94024 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 — 88.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 94024 is majority White (51.52%). Residents are highly educated — 88.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%.
The unemployment rate in 94024 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 36% — 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 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 94024 in Los Altos, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,673 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.