| ZIP Code | 94547 |
|---|---|
| City | Hercules |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Area Code | 341/510 |
| Elevation | 92 ft |
| Latitude | 38.006586 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.25716 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.81 |
| Below Poverty | 5.4% ▼ 46% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.4% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 477 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,810 (15.1%) |
| Some College | 1,192 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 3,257 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,156 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,680 (46.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,583 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $741,200 ▲ 166% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,003/mo ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,615 |
| Vacant Units | 296 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,615 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 296 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.81 |
ZIP code 94547 is located in Hercules, California, within Contra Costa County. With a population of 26,245, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 94547 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,583 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94547 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $741,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,003 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 94547 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 43.6%. Residents are well-educated — 58.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.4%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94547 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 94547 in Hercules, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,245 residents, a median household income of $130,583, and a median home value of $741,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.