| ZIP Code | 94538 |
|---|---|
| City | Fremont |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/408/510/650/669/ |
| Elevation | 19 ft |
| Latitude | 37.501368 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.956753 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.88 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.5% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,216 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,962 (19.8%) |
| Some College | 2,203 (4.9%) |
| Associates | 4,571 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,940 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 25,264 (55.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $144,451 ▲ 89% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,104,800 ▲ 296% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,860/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,429 |
| Vacant Units | 1,280 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,429 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,280 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.88 |
ZIP code 94538 is located in Fremont, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 67,704, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 94538 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $144,451 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94538 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,104,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,860 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.8%) and renters (55.2%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 94538 is majority Asian (56.15%). Residents are highly educated — 62.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94538 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 94538 in Fremont, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 67,704 residents, a median household income of $144,451, and a median home value of $1,104,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.