Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | -9.45 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 28% below avg |
| College Grads | 81.5% ▲ 110% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 49% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 145 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,752 (6.7%) |
| Some College | 853 (3.3%) |
| Associates | 2,596 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,442 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 19,329 (74%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $141,822 ▲ 86% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,857,800 ▲ 566% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 13.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,632/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,628 |
| Vacant Units | 3,109 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
La Jolla is a city in California, located in San Diego County. The city spans 5 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 44,359 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 41.99 years.
Economically, La Jolla is a upper-middle-income community. The median household income of $141,822 is significantly above the national average. Approximately 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 7.3%, above the national average.
The real estate market in La Jolla is among the most expensive housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $1,857,800, which is more than double the national average. Renters typically pay around $2,632 per month. Homeownership is high at 62.0%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of La Jolla is highly educated. 81.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — more than double the national average. The community is majority White (63.38%).
La Jolla, CA offers residents above-average earning potential within California. Spread across 5 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 92037 | 39,284 | $141,822 | $1,857,800 | $2,632 | 6.2% | 79.2% | 62.0% |