Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 6.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.4% ▲ 77% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,043 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,520 (9.8%) |
| Some College | 5,640 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 10,116 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 5,851 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 46,646 (60.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $140,642 ▲ 84% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,163,730 ▲ 317% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,816/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 47,460 |
| Vacant Units | 3,479 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Carlsbad is a city in California, located in San Diego County. The city spans 6 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 114,500 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 42.78 years.
Economically, Carlsbad is a upper-middle-income community. The median household income of $140,641 is significantly above the national average. Approximately 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 6.1%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Carlsbad is among the most expensive housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $1,163,730, which is more than double the national average. Renters typically pay around $2,815 per month. Homeownership is high at 64.0%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Carlsbad is highly educated. 68.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — significantly above the national average. The community is majority White (65.99%).
Carlsbad, CA offers residents above-average earning potential within California. Spread across 6 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92008 | 27,707 | $105,371 | $1,142,300 | $2,343 | 7.6% | 63.8% | 50.2% |
| 92009 | 45,778 | $162,128 | $1,219,600 | $2,955 | 5.8% | 70.9% | 72.7% |
| 92010 | 17,300 | $120,612 | $1,016,400 | $2,764 | 6.4% | 62.3% | 62.8% |
| 92011 | 23,715 | $154,985 | $1,188,400 | $3,138 | 4.8% | 73.6% | 64.1% |