| ZIP Code | 94611 |
|---|---|
| City | Oakland |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510 |
| Elevation | 550 ft |
| Latitude | 37.831917 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.215793 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 81.9% ▲ 111% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 192 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,884 (6.6%) |
| Some College | 788 (2.8%) |
| Associates | 2,285 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,217 (4.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,108 (77.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $176,517 ▲ 131% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,485,000 ▲ 433% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,274/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,014 |
| Vacant Units | 1,174 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,014 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,174 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 94611 is located in Oakland, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 39,240, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.6 years. Economically, 94611 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $176,517 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94611 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,485,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,274 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 94611 is majority White (58.81%). Residents are highly educated — 81.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94611 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 38% — 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 94611 in Oakland, CA is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 39,240 residents, a median household income of $176,517, and a median home value of $1,485,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.