Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.7% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5,966 (5.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 27,433 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 14,336 (13%) |
| Associates | 16,079 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 10,015 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 36,364 (33%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,254 ▲ 17% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $721,782 ▲ 159% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,961/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 63,043 |
| Vacant Units | 2,536 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Escondido is a city in California, located in San Diego County. The city spans 7 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 178,615 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 38.11 years.
Economically, Escondido is a middle-income community. The median household income of $89,254 is above the national average. Approximately 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Escondido is a premium housing market. Median home values stand at $721,782, which is more than double the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,960 per month.
The population of Escondido is well-educated. 41.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 47.0%.
Escondido, CA offers residents above-average earning potential within California. Spread across 7 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92025 | 50,046 | $71,716 | $767,400 | $1,823 | 4.3% | 40.9% | 42.1% |
| 92026 | 53,041 | $97,301 | $664,300 | $2,066 | 4.9% | 44.0% | 62.9% |
| 92027 | 55,232 | $86,106 | $665,900 | $1,884 | 5.2% | 34.5% | 60.8% |
| 92029 | 20,296 | $120,038 | $911,600 | $2,232 | 3.2% | 57.2% | 73.3% |