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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 92121 has 4,658 residents and 1,784 households (average 2.61 persons per household). The median age is 31.2 years, younger than the state (37.5) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.9% male and 48.1% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (45.7%, much lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (34.2%, much higher than the state average of 15.4% and well above the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 12.7%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%), and Asian share is much higher than both the state (15.4%) and national averages (6.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	4,658Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	4,157Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	4,786Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	371.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$135,795Source: Census ACS

Households:	1,784Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$1,091,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.61Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.25Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	4,398	4,580	4,580	4,832	4,503	4,588	4,807	4,655	4,729	4,668	4,213	4,150	4,157
Decennial Census	4,179	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	4,658	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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

Median Age: 31.2

Male Median Age: 30.7

Female Median Age: 31.6

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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	147	86	81	120	401	313	252	150	131	136	133	136	130	77	64	33	15	14
Female	106	100	77	100	450	204	223	168	117	125	147	110	106	63	55	36	33	19
Total	253	186	158	220	851	517	475	318	248	261	280	246	236	140	119	69	48	33

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	2,129	46.27%
Black:	66	1.43%
Hispanic:*	592	12.87%
Asian:	1,593	34.62%
American Indian:	24	0.52%
Hawaiian:	11	0.24%
Other:	186	4.04%
Total:	4,601	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	2,419	51.93%	30.7 years
Females:	2,239	48.07%	31.6 years
Total:	4,658	100%	31.2 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	2,855	68.68%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	140	3.37%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	702	16.89%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	460	27.95%
Total Population:	4,157	100%
Total Native Population:	2,995	72.05%
Total Foreign-born Population:	1,162	27.95%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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 2023, the Median household income is $135,795, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $33,404 (32.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $28,009. Family households earn a median of $164,207 versus $89,271 for nonfamily households (a difference of $74,936). By gender, male median income is $105,256 and female is $87,212, which is far above the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $18,044 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 72.0%, which is markedly above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is below the state rate (6.4%). The largest occupation group is Management (67.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

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

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$102,391	$96,413	$104,063	$103,598	$98,750	$101,906	$103,953	$106,688	$107,786	$118,155	$117,200	$125,000	$135,795
Median Family Income	$135,677	$133,864	$148,269	$140,398	$151,528	$158,047	$149,500	$149,167	$150,682	$147,902	$145,938	$159,375	$164,207
Median NonFamily Income	$69,818	$68,409	$71,570	$70,000	$56,161	$60,179	$73,429	$66,167	$78,833	$86,083	$72,708	$78,750	$89,271
Median Male Income	$84,750	$79,643	$83,304	$85,767	$86,458	$91,935	$100,843	$105,781	$107,240	$106,250	$110,000	$102,188	$105,256
Median Female Income	$64,250	$62,331	$62,326	$62,899	$67,222	$74,667	$85,833	$84,545	$90,568	$82,101	$86,557	$81,765	$87,212

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	2,483	68.06%
Unemployed:	125	3.43%
Not In Labor Force:	1,040	28.51%
Total:	3,648	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Management, business, science, and arts:	1,673	67.38%
Service:	341	13.73%
Sales and Office:	293	11.80%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	23	0.93%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	153	6.16%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	2,483	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2023, the median home value is $1,091,600, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $506,200 (86.47%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $317,400. The median gross rent is $2,537, which is considerably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $916 (56.51%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $501. Of occupied housing, owners make up 48.88% (71.30% with a mortgage, 28.70% free-and-clear) and renters 51.12% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.16%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$585,400	$587,500	$569,000	$592,400	$623,900	$694,300	$751,300	$768,100	$774,200	$802,400	$821,100	$1,017,800	$1,091,600

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	0	0.00%
$500 to $999:	0	0.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:	12	1.43%
$1,500 to $1,999:	113	13.42%
$2,000 to $2,499:	277	32.90%
$2,500 to $2,999:	167	19.83%
$3,000 or more:	260	30.88%
No Rent:	13	1.54%
Total:	842	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$1,621	$1,633	$1,606	$1,749	$1,822	$1,837	$1,950	$1,956	$2,036	$2,068	$2,188	$2,433	$2,537

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	574	34.85%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	231	14.03%
Renter Occupied:	842	51.12%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	1,647	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	1,647	92.84%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	127	7.16%
Total Housing Units:	1,774	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Single-Family Units:	1,085	61.16%
Multi-Family Units:	689	38.84%
Other Units:	0	0.00%
Total Housing Units:	1,774	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 74.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 98.90%, which is markedly above the state rate (84.60%). The uninsured rate is 2.40%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 91.10%, which is notably higher than the state rate (64.00%). Public coverage is 13.90%, which is markedly below the state rate (38.90%). The share of people in poverty is 8.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), up 6.90 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 7.30 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (63.10%). College enrollment is 63.10%, 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 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	0	0.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	31	1.10%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	218	7.76%
Some college, no degree:	303	10.78%
Associate's degree:	153	5.44%
Bachelor's degree:	920	32.73%
Graduate or professional degree:	1,186	42.19%
Total:	2,811	100%
High school or higher:	2,780	98.90%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	2,106	74.92%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	3,769	84.77%
Public Insurance:	576	12.96%
No Insurance:	101	2.27%
Total:	4,446	100%
Has Health Insurance:	4,345	97.73%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	1.6%	1.5%	2.2%	2.1%	1.6%	0.7%	1.5%	0.7%	1.2%	2.3%	4.9%	7.0%	8.5%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	78	6.57%
Kindergarten:	37	3.12%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	237	19.97%
High school (grades 9-12):	86	7.25%
College or graduate school:	749	63.10%
Total:	1,187	100%
Early Childhood:	115	9.69%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	360	30.33%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	San Diego, California
County:	San Diego County
Timezone:	Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:	8:24:34 PM
Population:	4,658 [See All]
Area Codes:	858 / 619 / 760 / 442
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	32.9003, -117.2067
Land Area:	12.539 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/92121/zip-code-92121.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	1,834Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	3,597Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	6,624Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	261Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	489Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	2,907Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$4,819,959,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$18,556,501,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	123,633Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:	41740Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	3,282,782Source: Census
MSA:	San Diego, CA MSASource: Census
Land Area:	12.539 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.024 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	50,51Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	2787.35, 4791.61 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

ZIP Code 92121 in San Diego, CA

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 92121

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 92121

Sources & References