| ZIP Code | 94706 |
|---|---|
| City | Albany |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Area Code | 341/510 |
| Elevation | 57 ft |
| Latitude | 37.889698 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.295858 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.48 |
| Below Poverty | 7.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.0% ▲ 104% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 150 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,149 (9.1%) |
| Some College | 431 (3.4%) |
| Associates | 922 (7.3%) |
| Bachelors | 541 (4.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,442 (74.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $136,961 ▲ 79% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,188,100 ▲ 326% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,394/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,386 |
| Vacant Units | 355 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,386 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 355 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.48 |
ZIP code 94706 is located in Albany, California, within Alameda County. With a population of 20,486, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.1 years. Economically, 94706 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $136,961 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94706 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,188,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,394 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.9%) and renters (46.1%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 94706 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 44.4%. Residents are highly educated — 79.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.9%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94706 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 94706 in Albany, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 20,486 residents, a median household income of $136,961, and a median home value of $1,188,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.