| ZIP Code | 95117 |
|---|---|
| City | San Jose |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Clara County |
| Area Code | 408 |
| Elevation | 151 ft |
| Latitude | 37.310072 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.962184 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 53.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 28% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 553 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,882 (22.4%) |
| Some College | 1,486 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 2,081 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 1,744 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,607 (43.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,778 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,425,200 ▲ 411% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 12.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,367/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,226 |
| Vacant Units | 1,082 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,226 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,082 |
| Owner Occupied | 35.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 64.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
ZIP code 95117 is located in San Jose, California, within Santa Clara County. With a population of 27,798, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.5 years. Economically, 95117 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,778 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95117 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,425,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,367 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 64.4% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 95117 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 32.2%. Residents are well-educated — 53.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95117 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 95117 in San Jose, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 27,798 residents, a median household income of $115,778, and a median home value of $1,425,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.