| ZIP Code | 94608 |
|---|---|
| City | Emeryville |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510 |
| Elevation | 12 ft |
| Latitude | 37.836844 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.289143 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 69.1% ▲ 78% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 438 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,627 (10.3%) |
| Some College | 1,509 (5.9%) |
| Associates | 3,269 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,308 (5.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,257 (64%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,306 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $826,900 ▲ 197% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,561/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,956 |
| Vacant Units | 1,745 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,956 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,745 |
| Owner Occupied | 33.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 67.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
ZIP code 94608 is located in Emeryville, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 33,998, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.4 years. Economically, 94608 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,306 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94608 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $826,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,561 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 67.0% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 94608 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 38.9%. Residents are highly educated — 69.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.6%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94608 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — 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 37%.
Overall, ZIP code 94608 in Emeryville, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,998 residents, a median household income of $116,306, and a median home value of $826,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.