| City: | San Diego, California |
| Names to Avoid: | Naval Station 32nd St |
| County: | San Diego County |
| Timezone: | Pacific (GMT -08:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:40:01 AM |
| Population: | 7,014 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 619 |
| Classification: | Unique [Company/Government] |
| Coordinates: | 32.6754, -117.1214 |
| Land Area: | 0.952 sq mi |
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Naval Base San Diego, commonly known as 32nd Street Naval Station, operates under dedicated ZIP code 92136 in San Diego County, California. Established on 23 February 1922 as the U.S. Destroyer Base, this installation has grown into the principal homeport of the United States Pacific Fleet and the world's second-largest surface ship naval base. The facility expanded dramatically during World War II, with repair crews servicing more than 5,100 ships between 1943 and 1945. It assumed its current role as Pacific Fleet headquarters in the 1990s after the Long Beach Naval Shipyard closed.
The 1.07-square-mile base sits in the Barrio Logan neighborhood of Central San Diego, adjacent to the harbor. Over 50 ships and 150 tenant commands call this installation home. The 2020 Census counted 7,014 residents with a median age of 23 years. Approximately 89% live in non-institutional group quarters, reflecting barracks housing for young enlisted sailors. The 99% renter-occupied housing pattern is typical of military installations with transient personnel.
Postal records identify 327 distinct delivery points across 25 named facilities. Mail routes to the Naval Base Chapel, Navy Medicine West, LCS Maintenance, and pre-commissioning crews for destroyers including the USS William P. Lawrence and USS Spruance. With 80% government workers according to ACS data, the employment pattern confirms this as a dedicated military installation. This unique postal designation has served the base for more than two decades. San Diego is the valid mailing city.
| Population: | 7,014 |
| Median Age: | 23.0 |
| Housing Units: | 619 |
| Establishments: | 71 |
| Employment: | 749 |
Buildings registered in the USPS ZIP+4 database with designated codes for direct mail delivery.
ZIP Code 92136 has 7,014 residents and 617 households (average 1.20 persons per household). The median age is 23.0 years, significantly younger than the state (37.5) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 81.2% male and 18.8% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (50.9%, much higher than the state average of 41.2% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (22.5%, much higher than the state average of 5.7% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 22.4%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (5.7%) and national averages (12.4%).
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| 2020 Population: | 7,014Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 4,573Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 7,367.6 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 617Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 1.20Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 30.17Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10,676 | 9,630 | 8,774 | 4,573 |
| Decennial Census | 0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7,014 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 23
Male Median Age: 23
Female Median Age: 22.8
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 7 | 3 | 1 | 747 | 2,934 | 1,046 | 505 | 271 | 118 | 47 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 0 | 4 | 3 | 226 | 680 | 243 | 97 | 49 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 7 | 4 | 973 | 3,614 | 1,289 | 602 | 320 | 131 | 51 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White: | 3,567 | 43.78% |
| Black: | 1,580 | 19.39% |
| Hispanic:* | 1,568 | 19.24% |
| Asian: | 578 | 7.09% |
| American Indian: | 107 | 1.31% |
| Hawaiian: | 59 | 0.72% |
| Other: | 689 | 8.46% |
| Total: | 8,148 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 5,692 | 81.15% | 23.0 years |
| Females: | 1,322 | 18.85% | 22.8 years |
| Total: | 7,014 | 100% | 23.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 3,926 | 85.85% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 246 | 5.38% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 322 | 7.04% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 79 | 8.77% |
| Total Population: | 4,573 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 4,172 | 91.23% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 401 | 8.77% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $30,174 and female is $27,261, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $2,913 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 1,414.6%, which is far greater than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (47.7%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $26,603 | $30,191 | $31,687 | $30,174 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $25,435 | $29,608 | $29,733 | $27,261 |
| Employed: | 304 | 94.41% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 18 | 5.59% |
| Total: | 322 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 64 | 21.05% |
| Service: | 145 | 47.70% |
| Sales and Office: | 39 | 12.83% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 38 | 12.50% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 18 | 5.92% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 304 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 15 | 100.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 15 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 15 | 100.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 15 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 15 | 55.56% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 12 | 44.44% |
| Total Housing Units: | 27 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 15 | 55.56% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 12 | 44.44% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 27 | 100% |
In 2024, 34.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 99.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (96.02%). College enrollment is 96.02%, 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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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 9 | 0.52% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 278 | 15.91% |
| Some college, no degree: | 771 | 44.13% |
| Associate's degree: | 93 | 5.32% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 474 | 27.13% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 122 | 6.98% |
| Total: | 1,747 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 1,738 | 99.48% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 596 | 34.12% |
| Private Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Public Insurance: | 15 | 100.00% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 15 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 15 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 17 | 3.98% |
| College or graduate school: | 410 | 96.02% |
| Total: | 427 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 17 | 3.98% |
ZIP Code 92136 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 67 business establishments, employing about 704 people with an annual payroll of $44,761,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 0Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 67Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $11,205,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $44,761,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 704Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 92136 is located in San Diego County, California, within the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 41740) and California's 52nd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 3,095,313 people, about 0.23% of whom live in ZIP Code 92136. It covers 0.952 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.291 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: | 0.952 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.291 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 52Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 267 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | --Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0666000Source: Census |
| Place Name: | San Diego city; CaliforniaSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 92136 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 March 1, 2026.