| ZIP Code | 94597 |
|---|---|
| City | Walnut Creek |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Contra Costa County |
| Area Code | 925 |
| Elevation | 142 ft |
| Latitude | 37.917697 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.071818 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 71.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 28% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 184 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,666 (9.6%) |
| Some College | 1,221 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 1,884 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 991 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,354 (65.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $142,685 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $986,700 ▲ 254% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,557/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,262 |
| Vacant Units | 531 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,262 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 531 |
| Owner Occupied | 46.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 94597 is located in Walnut Creek, California, within Contra Costa County. With a population of 24,235, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 94597 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $142,685 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94597 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $986,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,557 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.4%) and renters (53.6%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 94597 is majority White (52.77%). Residents are highly educated — 71.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94597 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 94597 in Walnut Creek, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,235 residents, a median household income of $142,685, and a median home value of $986,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.