| ZIP Code | 94061 |
|---|---|
| City | Redwood City |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 69 ft |
| Latitude | 37.461147 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.236948 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.4% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 938 (4.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,362 (18.9%) |
| Some College | 1,830 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 2,456 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,556 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,913 (51.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $141,599 ▲ 86% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,938,300 ▲ 595% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 13.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,818/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,122 |
| Vacant Units | 978 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,122 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 978 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 94061 is located in Redwood City, California, within San Mateo County. With a population of 37,369, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 94061 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $141,599 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94061 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,938,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,818 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.9%) and renters (47.1%). Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 94061 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 39.7%. Residents are well-educated — 58.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94061 stands at 5.9%, which is above 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 94061 in Redwood City, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 37,369 residents, a median household income of $141,599, and a median home value of $1,938,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.