| ZIP Code | 94044 |
|---|---|
| City | Pacifica |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 112 ft |
| Latitude | 37.606598 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.47723 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.7% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 341 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,425 (16.3%) |
| Some College | 2,205 (8.1%) |
| Associates | 4,221 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,898 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,977 (47.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $156,658 ▲ 105% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,211,700 ▲ 335% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,075/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,609 |
| Vacant Units | 627 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,609 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 627 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
ZIP code 94044 is located in Pacifica, California, within San Mateo County. With a population of 37,540, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.3 years. Economically, 94044 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $156,658 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94044 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,211,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,075 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 94044 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.5%. Residents are well-educated — 58.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94044 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 94044 in Pacifica, CA is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,540 residents, a median household income of $156,658, and a median home value of $1,211,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.