| ZIP Code | 94070 |
|---|---|
| City | San Carlos |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 189 ft |
| Latitude | 37.496469 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.272556 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 72.9% ▲ 88% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 136 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,750 (9.1%) |
| Some College | 1,130 (5.8%) |
| Associates | 2,217 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,269 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,817 (66.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $235,373 ▲ 208% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,802/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,958 |
| Vacant Units | 627 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,958 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 627 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 94070 is located in San Carlos, California, within San Mateo County. With a population of 30,696, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.6 years. Economically, 94070 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $235,373 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94070 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 $2,802 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 94070 is majority White (57.27%). Residents are highly educated — 72.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94070 stands at 4.6%, which is near 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 54%.
Overall, ZIP code 94070 in San Carlos, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,696 residents, a median household income of $235,373, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.