| ZIP Code | 94551 |
|---|---|
| City | Livermore |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 925 |
| Elevation | 773 ft |
| Latitude | 37.750512 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.749249 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.3% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.6% ▼ 27% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 931 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,367 (16.8%) |
| Some College | 3,095 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 3,789 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,213 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,660 (44.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $130,705 ▲ 71% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $931,000 ▲ 234% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,589/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,475 |
| Vacant Units | 276 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,475 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 276 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 94551 is located in Livermore, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 38,739, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.6 years. Economically, 94551 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $130,705 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94551 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $931,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,589 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 94551 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 45.4%. Residents are well-educated — 53.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94551 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 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 94551 in Livermore, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 38,739 residents, a median household income of $130,705, and a median home value of $931,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.