| ZIP Code | 94085 |
|---|---|
| City | Sunnyvale |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Clara County |
| Area Code | 341/408/510/650/669 |
| Elevation | 42 ft |
| Latitude | 37.388617 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.017933 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.9% ▲ 80% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 412 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,788 (11.7%) |
| Some College | 719 (4.7%) |
| Associates | 1,673 (11%) |
| Bachelors | 994 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,656 (63.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $183,563 ▲ 141% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,534,500 ▲ 450% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,187/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,666 |
| Vacant Units | 554 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,666 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 554 |
| Owner Occupied | 39.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 60.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 94085 is located in Sunnyvale, California, within Santa Clara County. With a population of 23,159, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.9 years. Economically, 94085 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $183,563 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94085 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,534,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,187 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 60.5% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 94085 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 48.2%. Residents are highly educated — 69.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94085 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 52%.
Overall, ZIP code 94085 in Sunnyvale, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,159 residents, a median household income of $183,563, and a median home value of $1,534,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.