| ZIP Code | 94596 |
|---|---|
| City | Walnut Creek |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Area Code | 341/369/510/707/925 |
| Elevation | 283 ft |
| Latitude | 37.889009 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.036778 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.8% ▲ 96% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,308 (7.8%) |
| Some College | 872 (5.2%) |
| Associates | 1,769 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,063 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,624 (69.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $137,660 ▲ 80% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,245,000 ▲ 347% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,471/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,242 |
| Vacant Units | 441 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,242 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 441 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 94596 is located in Walnut Creek, California, within Contra Costa County. With a population of 23,592, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 94596 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $137,660 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94596 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,245,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,471 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.9%) and renters (55.1%). Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 94596 is majority White (64.16%). Residents are highly educated — 75.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94596 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 50%.
Overall, ZIP code 94596 in Walnut Creek, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,592 residents, a median household income of $137,660, and a median home value of $1,245,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.