| ZIP Code | 94062 |
|---|---|
| City | Redwood City |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 1,403 ft |
| Latitude | 37.422531 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.28582 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 4.4% ▼ 56% below avg |
| College Grads | 73.8% ▲ 91% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 148 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,686 (9.6%) |
| Some College | 1,067 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 1,700 (9.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,335 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,639 (66.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $233,333 ▲ 206% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,885/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,496 |
| Vacant Units | 756 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,496 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 756 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 94062 is located in Redwood City, California, within San Mateo County. With a population of 25,944, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.4 years. Economically, 94062 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $233,333 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94062 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 $2,885 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 94062 is majority White (69.09%). Residents are highly educated — 73.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.4%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94062 stands at 1.9%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 53%.
Overall, ZIP code 94062 in Redwood City, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,944 residents, a median household income of $233,333, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.