| ZIP Code | 94501 |
|---|---|
| City | Alameda |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510 |
| Elevation | 22 ft |
| Latitude | 37.774712 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.278097 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.8% ▲ 70% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 775 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,501 (12.8%) |
| Some College | 2,658 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 5,757 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 3,007 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 25,262 (58.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $119,500 ▲ 57% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,213,100 ▲ 335% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,362/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 27,117 |
| Vacant Units | 2,089 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 27,117 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,089 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 94501 is located in Alameda, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 63,517, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.1 years. Economically, 94501 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $119,500 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94501 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,213,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,362 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.8%) and renters (58.2%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 94501 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 41.2%. Residents are highly educated — 65.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94501 stands at 5.2%, which is near 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 47%.
Overall, ZIP code 94501 in Alameda, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 63,517 residents, a median household income of $119,500, and a median home value of $1,213,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.