| ZIP Code | 95060 |
|---|---|
| City | Santa Cruz |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Cruz County |
| Area Code | 831 |
| Elevation | 1,541 ft |
| Latitude | 36.9932 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.0984 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06087 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 61.2% ▲ 58% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 383 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,325 (12.1%) |
| Some College | 2,181 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 4,766 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,923 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,914 (54.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,040 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,189,300 ▲ 327% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 11.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,356/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,181 |
| Vacant Units | 1,901 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,181 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,901 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 95060 is located in Santa Cruz, California, within Santa Cruz County. With a population of 46,024, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 95060 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,040 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95060 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,189,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,356 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.9%) and renters (48.1%). Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 95060 is majority White (65.29%). Residents are highly educated — 61.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.9%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95060 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 95060 in Santa Cruz, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 46,024 residents, a median household income of $106,040, and a median home value of $1,189,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.