ZIP Code 92054 in Oceanside, CA

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Oceanside, California
City Alias:Camp Pendleton, Cmp Pendleton
County:San Diego County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:9:39:12 AM
Population:38,667 [See All]
Area Codes:442 / 760
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:33.1942, -117.3634
Land Area:7.47 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 92054 has 38,667 residents and 15,635 households (average 2.45 persons per household). The median age is 38.2 years, about the same as the state (37.5) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.3% male and 49.7% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (55.8%, much higher than the state average of 41.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (36.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 36.3%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than the national average (8.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:38,667Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:38,417Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:41,870Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:5,176.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$82,408Source: Census ACS
Households:15,635Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$908,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.45Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.44Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--42,82942,68842,75142,99242,19542,52343,55442,17341,80740,70937,56737,05037,54638,417
Decennial Census40,375------------------38,667--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 38.2

Male Median Age: 37.6

Female Median Age: 38.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1,0141,0431,0171,0401,2701,8231,6791,6191,2671,2491,2141,3311,224997773436241219
Female9729379819851,2681,7091,6001,4981,1841,1841,2151,3141,2681,101776508337374
Total1,9861,9801,9982,0252,5383,5323,2793,1172,4512,4332,4292,6452,4922,0981,549944578593
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:21,57446.09%
Black:1,1772.51%
Hispanic:*14,04230.00%
Asian:1,5913.40%
American Indian:5461.17%
Hawaiian:3310.71%
Other:7,55116.13%
Total:46,812100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:19,45650.32%37.6 years
Females:19,21149.68%38.9 years
Total:38,667100%38.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:28,78674.93%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:7071.84%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:4,04010.52%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:4,88423.23%
Total Population:38,417100%
Total Native Population:29,49376.77%
Total Foreign-born Population:8,92423.23%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2024, the Median household income is $82,408, which is a touch higher than the national median ($80,734), is up $31,303 (61.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,004. Family households earn a median of $97,351 versus $54,512 for nonfamily households (a difference of $42,839). By gender, male median income is $65,144 and female is $60,108, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $5,036 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 70.7%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.9%, which is edges higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (39.8%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$51,105$50,686$49,534$50,568$51,139$53,519$56,170$60,017$63,404$63,355$64,694$68,713$76,974$82,408
Median Family Income$56,135$55,904$56,806$55,296$56,576$58,003$62,370$67,778$72,080$73,559$80,295$82,454$90,955$97,351
Median NonFamily Income$40,388$41,439$39,685$41,194$41,656$44,154$42,007$45,465$45,420$45,432$48,666$49,627$51,304$54,512
Median Male Income$38,015$36,935$37,726$34,716$37,040$37,564$39,385$42,414$45,440$49,220$53,949$58,127$53,929$65,144
Median Female Income$33,187$33,718$34,797$35,076$36,523$34,345$36,716$36,503$42,531$44,087$47,113$49,375$54,152$60,108
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:20,57763.99%
Unemployed:1,3424.17%
Not In Labor Force:10,23831.84%
Total:32,157100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:8,19339.82%
Service:4,44221.59%
Sales and Office:3,61817.58%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,7178.34%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,60712.67%
Total Civilian Employed Population:20,577100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $908,900, which is markedly greater than the national median ($332,700), is up $432,200 (90.66%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $310,900. The median gross rent is $1,979, which is much higher than the national median ($1,413), is up $779 (64.92%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $471. Of occupied housing, owners make up 39.15% (61.93% with a mortgage, 38.07% free-and-clear) and renters 60.85% - making this ZIP Code higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 16.02%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$476,700$445,200$426,200$406,400$422,000$459,500$498,900$556,400$598,000$635,200$648,800$753,400$851,100$908,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:2382.52%
$500 to $999:4464.72%
$1,000 to $1,499:9279.82%
$1,500 to $1,999:3,13533.21%
$2,000 to $2,499:2,72328.85%
$2,500 to $2,999:7357.79%
$3,000 or more:1,02010.81%
No Rent:2162.29%
Total:9,440100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$1,200$1,224$1,224$1,231$1,224$1,260$1,358$1,442$1,508$1,601$1,665$1,784$1,847$1,979
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,76124.24%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,31214.90%
Renter Occupied:9,44060.85%
Total Occupied Housing Units:15,513100%

Occupied Housing Units:15,51383.98%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2,95916.02%
Total Housing Units:18,472100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:7,70941.73%
Multi-Family Units:9,90053.59%
Other Units:8634.67%
Total Housing Units:18,472100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 39.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well above the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 86.60%, which is falls below the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 14.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 7.20%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 6.30 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.10 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (38.47%). College enrollment is 36.52%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2,4308.28%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,5005.11%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):5,56418.96%
Some college, no degree:6,72022.90%
Associate's degree:1,6655.67%
Bachelor's degree:7,82426.67%
Graduate or professional degree:3,63812.40%
Total:29,341100%
High school or higher:25,41186.61%
Bachelor's degree or higher:11,46239.06%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:21,34252.67%
Public Insurance:13,83834.15%
No Insurance:5,33913.18%
Total:40,519100%
Has Health Insurance:35,18086.82%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty14.2%14.3%14.5%13.9%11.2%9.3%8.1%7.5%6.8%5.8%7.2%7.9%7.9%7.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:2443.35%
Kindergarten:2603.57%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,80338.47%
High school (grades 9-12):1,31918.10%
College or graduate school:2,66136.52%
Total:7,287100%
Early Childhood:5046.92%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):4,38260.13%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 92054 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 1,396 business establishments, employing about 14,957 people with an annual payroll of $649,350,000. USPS data shows 17,090 residential mailboxes and 1,495 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:17,090Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,495Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:18,040Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:7,580Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:4,952Source: USPS
# of Businesses:1,396Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$154,095,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$649,350,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:14,957Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 92054 is located in San Diego County, California, within the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 41740) and California's 49th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 3,095,313 people, about 1.25% of whom live in ZIP Code 92054. It covers 7.47 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.9 sq mi.

CBSA Name:San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:41740Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:3,095,313Source: Census
MSA:San Diego, CA MSASource: Census
Land Area:7.47 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.9 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:49Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:553.08 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0653322Source: Census
Place Name:Oceanside city; CaliforniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


92055 | | 92052

Schools in ZIP Code 92054


ZIP Code 92054 is in the Oceanside Unified School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 7 public schools and 2 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Lincoln Middle 2000 California St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Oceanside Unified School District
Surfside High (Continuation) 1125 South Ditmar St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Oceanside Unified School District
Oceanside High 1 Pirates Cove
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Oceanside Unified School District
Palmquist Elementary 1999 California St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Oceanside Unified School District
Pablo Tac School Of The Arts 3535 Hacienda Dr.
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Oceanside Unified School District
South Oceanside Elementary 1806 South Horne St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Oceanside Unified School District
Surfside Academy 1125 South Ditmar St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Oceanside Unified School District
Oceanside Adventist Elementary 1943 California St
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Private School
First Presbyterian Church Preschool 2001 S El Camino Real
Oceanside, CA 92054
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 92054


Uei College-Oceanside 2027 Mission Avenue
Oceanside, CA 92058-2321
Type: Post Secondary
Miracosta College One Barnard Drive
Oceanside, CA 92056-3899
Type: Post Secondary
Gemological Institute Of America-Carlsbad 5345 Armada Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Type: Post Secondary
Vista Adult School 510 Sunset Drive
Vista, CA 92081
Type: Post Secondary
Palomar College 1140 W. Mission Road
San Marcos, CA 92069-1487
Type: Post Secondary
Palomar Institute Of Cosmetology 355 Via Vera Cruz #3
San Marcos, CA 92078
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.

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