| City: | Lake Arrowhead, California |
| City Alias: | Lk Arrowhead |
| County: | San Bernardino County |
| Timezone: | Pacific (GMT -08:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:41:56 AM |
| Population: | 7,038 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 840 / 909 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 34.2681, -117.1899 |
| Land Area: | 11.533 sq mi |
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Lake Arrowhead sits at over 5,000 feet elevation in the San Bernardino Mountains, 15 miles northeast of the valley floor. This mountain resort community wraps around its namesake private lake, creating one of Southern California's most distinctive vacation destinations. With 7,038 year-round residents but 7,532 total housing units, the numbers tell the seasonal story. 4,201 homes (56% of all housing) sit vacant most of the year, used only for weekends, holidays, and summer escapes.
The Lake Arrowhead post office maintains 2,225 PO Boxes for 2,906 households. That's a 77% adoption rate, unusually high for a community with street delivery. This is a PO Box Only Zone where alternatives don't exist nearby. Many properties sit on steep, winding mountain roads that make traditional carrier delivery impractical. Streets like Golf Course Road, Fairway Drive, and W Shore Road serve lakefront homes and mountain estates. Highway 189, the main artery through the area, accounts for 163 ZIP+4 records (most with UNIT designators for condos and vacation rentals).
Median home values reach $627,400, and the median age of 51.6 years points to retirees and second-home owners rather than young families. Only 316 residents are under 18 or aged 18-24, while 2,358 households own their homes compared to just 548 renters. The owner-occupied pattern fits a community where people buy vacation properties and mountain retreats.
Street names tell two stories. Alpine references abound: Matterhorn Drive, Banff Drive, Manitoba Drive, Summit Drive. Then there are the golf-themed streets (Augusta Drive, St Andrews Drive, Spyglass Drive) serving the resort's recreational character. Nature names like Sugar Pine Drive, Cedar Drive, and Deer Way blend into the forest setting.
41.5% of workers work from home, one of the highest rates in California. These aren't commuters. They're writers, consultants, and professionals who chose mountain living and need reliable internet and mail service. The post office functions as a community hub where residents pick up packages (delivery trucks can't reach many properties), check mail, and run into neighbors.
Lake Arrowhead isn't a town in the traditional sense. It's a collection of private communities, vacation homes, and mountain estates organized around recreational amenities. The PO Box system works because it fits the resort character: seasonal owners maintain year-round boxes, property managers collect mail for rental units, and full-time residents appreciate the central pickup point that doesn't depend on winter road conditions.
All mail should be addressed to a PO Box. Street addresses exist for some properties, but the PO Box classification and mountainous terrain make box pickup the reliable option. The abbreviated form "LK ARROWHEAD" has been recognized since May 2005 as an acceptable mailing name.
Street names blend Alpine mountain references (Matterhorn, Banff, Summit) with golf course themes (Augusta, St Andrews, Fairway) and natural features (Sugar Pine, Cedar, Deer).
ZIP Code 92352 has 7,038 residents and 2,906 households (average 2.42 persons per household). The median age is 51.6 years, significantly older than the state (37.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.8% male and 51.2% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (78.2%, much higher than the state average of 41.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (18.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 18.6%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 7,038Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 6,246Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 610.2 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $105,753Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 2,906Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $694,600Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.42Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.05Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 6,545 | 6,294 | 6,410 | 6,783 | 6,800 | 6,601 | 6,237 | 5,729 | 5,578 | 6,319 | 5,382 | 6,147 | 6,496 | 6,246 |
| Decennial Census | 8,004 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7,038 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 51.6
Male Median Age: 51.1
Female Median Age: 51.9
| 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 | 139 | 177 | 194 | 202 | 138 | 144 | 166 | 194 | 158 | 159 | 211 | 281 | 333 | 327 | 281 | 158 | 105 | 71 |
| Female | 169 | 139 | 233 | 177 | 161 | 133 | 164 | 154 | 183 | 183 | 251 | 309 | 346 | 351 | 311 | 154 | 106 | 76 |
| Total | 308 | 316 | 427 | 379 | 299 | 277 | 330 | 348 | 341 | 342 | 462 | 590 | 679 | 678 | 592 | 312 | 211 | 147 |
| White: | 5,505 | 73.35% |
| Black: | 67 | 0.89% |
| Hispanic:* | 1,307 | 17.42% |
| Asian: | 120 | 1.60% |
| American Indian: | 49 | 0.65% |
| Hawaiian: | 20 | 0.27% |
| Other: | 437 | 5.82% |
| Total: | 7,505 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 3,438 | 48.85% | 51.1 years |
| Females: | 3,600 | 51.15% | 51.9 years |
| Total: | 7,038 | 100% | 51.6 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 5,536 | 88.63% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 88 | 1.41% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 457 | 7.32% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 165 | 9.96% |
| Total Population: | 6,246 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 5,624 | 90.04% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 622 | 9.96% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $105,753, which is far above the national median ($80,734), is up $30,160 (39.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $23,355. Family households earn a median of $132,452 versus $52,404 for nonfamily households (a difference of $80,048). By gender, male median income is $87,440 and female is $85,724, which is much higher than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $1,716 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 48.1%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is generally lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (50.4%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,593 | $67,589 | $69,296 | $72,479 | $67,987 | $68,229 | $73,875 | $79,340 | $82,398 | $89,625 | $97,034 | $104,683 | $106,575 | $105,753 |
| Median Family Income | $77,338 | $70,817 | $73,556 | $74,957 | $73,611 | $73,046 | $79,031 | $86,667 | $92,414 | $102,864 | $111,667 | $118,811 | $122,609 | $132,452 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $34,718 | $34,435 | $33,654 | $42,083 | $39,583 | $48,319 | $50,536 | $42,604 | $31,750 | $40,385 | $56,058 | $65,732 | $67,703 | $52,404 |
| Median Male Income | $82,069 | $69,718 | $61,214 | $59,918 | $63,668 | $64,655 | $61,134 | $67,137 | $76,220 | $76,474 | $81,439 | $89,364 | $84,278 | $87,440 |
| Median Female Income | $41,313 | $52,241 | $55,750 | $58,194 | $53,162 | $45,833 | $41,894 | $41,629 | $37,000 | $46,324 | $0 | $73,333 | $83,676 | $85,724 |
| Employed: | 2,472 | 46.14% |
| Unemployed: | 106 | 1.98% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 2,780 | 51.89% |
| Total: | 5,358 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 1,245 | 50.36% |
| Service: | 263 | 10.64% |
| Sales and Office: | 510 | 20.63% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 259 | 10.48% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 195 | 7.89% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 2,472 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $694,600, which is considerably higher than the national median ($332,700), is up $311,600 (81.36%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $254,000. The median gross rent is $2,347, which is much higher than the national median ($1,413), is up $1,354 (136.35%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $943. Of occupied housing, owners make up 88.26% (65.11% with a mortgage, 34.89% free-and-clear) and renters 11.74% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 66.18%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $383,000 | $333,900 | $303,300 | $319,500 | $314,700 | $348,000 | $384,500 | $438,200 | $440,600 | $450,000 | $457,800 | $544,500 | $627,400 | $694,600 |
| Less than $500: | 12 | 4.01% |
| $500 to $999: | 10 | 3.34% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 37 | 12.37% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 69 | 23.08% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 31 | 10.37% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 105 | 35.12% |
| $3,000 or more: | 35 | 11.71% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 299 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $993 | $900 | $929 | $973 | $1,024 | $1,315 | $1,392 | $1,338 | $1,404 | $1,491 | $1,240 | $1,794 | $2,132 | $2,347 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 1,463 | 57.46% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 784 | 30.79% |
| Renter Occupied: | 299 | 11.74% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 2,546 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 2,546 | 33.82% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 4,983 | 66.18% |
| Total Housing Units: | 7,529 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 7,134 | 94.75% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 329 | 4.37% |
| Other Units: | 66 | 0.88% |
| Total Housing Units: | 7,529 | 100% |
In 2024, 43.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 96.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 4.60%, which is falls below the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 49.70%, which is well above the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 4.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 2.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.80 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (46.01%). College enrollment is 23.89%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 63 | 1.35% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 121 | 2.59% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 878 | 18.77% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,131 | 24.18% |
| Associate's degree: | 444 | 9.49% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,056 | 22.58% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 984 | 21.04% |
| Total: | 4,677 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 4,493 | 96.07% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 2,040 | 43.62% |
| Private Insurance: | 3,612 | 51.67% |
| Public Insurance: | 3,094 | 44.26% |
| No Insurance: | 285 | 4.08% |
| Total: | 6,991 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 6,706 | 95.92% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 8.6% | 6.6% | 6.5% | 4.8% | 7.3% | 7.4% | 8.0% | 9.7% | 9.1% | 7.4% | 6.9% | 7.8% | 6.3% | 4.2% |
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: | 18 | 1.38% |
| Kindergarten: | 40 | 3.07% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 599 | 46.01% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 334 | 25.65% |
| College or graduate school: | 311 | 23.89% |
| Total: | 1,302 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 58 | 4.45% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 973 | 74.73% |
ZIP Code 92352 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 221 business establishments, employing about 1,449 people with an annual payroll of $75,610,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 2,464Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 221Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $16,797,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $75,610,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 1,449Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 92352 is located in San Bernardino County, California, within the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 40140) and California's 23rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 4,224,851 people, about 0.17% of whom live in ZIP Code 92352. It covers 11.533 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.176 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 40140Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 4,224,851Source: Census |
| MSA: | Los Angeles-Riverside-Orange County, CASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 11.533 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 1.176 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 23Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 9898 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Riverside-San Bernardino, CA PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0639444Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Lake Arrowhead CDP; CaliforniaSource: Census |
ZIP Code 92352 is in the Rim of the World Unified School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 5 public schools and 1 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.
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.