| ZIP Code | 94080 |
|---|---|
| City | South San Francisco |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 68 ft |
| Latitude | 37.655175 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.418384 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.5% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,995 (4.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,321 (21.2%) |
| Some College | 3,823 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 5,796 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 4,701 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18,425 (41.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $135,966 ▲ 78% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,159,500 ▲ 316% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,840/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,364 |
| Vacant Units | 1,331 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,364 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,331 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 94080 is located in South San Francisco, California, within San Mateo County. With a population of 65,036, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 94080 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $135,966 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94080 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,159,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,840 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 94080 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 42.1%. Residents are well-educated — 52.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94080 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 94080 in South San Francisco, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 65,036 residents, a median household income of $135,966, and a median home value of $1,159,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.