| ZIP Code | 94553 |
|---|---|
| City | Martinez |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Area Code | 925 |
| Elevation | 635 ft |
| Latitude | 37.978299 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.157109 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.9% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 358 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,440 (19.1%) |
| Some College | 3,529 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 5,560 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,635 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,202 (42.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $121,023 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $781,400 ▲ 180% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,247/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,626 |
| Vacant Units | 492 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,626 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 492 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 94553 is located in Martinez, California, within Contra Costa County. With a population of 48,600, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 94553 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $121,023 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94553 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $781,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,247 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 94553 is majority White (59.12%). Residents are well-educated — 52.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94553 stands at 5.2%, 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 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 94553 in Martinez, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 48,600 residents, a median household income of $121,023, and a median home value of $781,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.