| ZIP Code | 94401 |
|---|---|
| City | San Mateo |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | San Mateo County |
| Area Code | 650 |
| Elevation | 9 ft |
| Latitude | 37.575172 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.319881 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 56.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,480 (6.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,880 (16.9%) |
| Some College | 2,002 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 2,574 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,237 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,744 (46.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $121,258 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,123,300 ▲ 303% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,713/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,798 |
| Vacant Units | 712 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,798 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 712 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
ZIP code 94401 is located in San Mateo, California, within San Mateo County. With a population of 35,628, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 94401 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $121,258 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94401 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,123,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,713 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.4%) and renters (55.6%). Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 94401 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 37.8%. Residents are well-educated — 56.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.8%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94401 stands at 3.6%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 94401 in San Mateo, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 35,628 residents, a median household income of $121,258, and a median home value of $1,123,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.