ZIP Code 93203 in Arvin, CA

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Arvin, California
City Alias:Di Giorgio, Tejon Ranch
County:Kern County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:8:37:00 PM
Population:20,777 [See All]
Area Code:661
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:35.1145, -118.8183
Land Area:172.026 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 93203 has 20,777 residents and 5,100 households (average 4.05 persons per household). The median age is 26.6 years, significantly younger than the state (37.5) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.8% male and 50.2% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (93.3%) and Other / Two or More Races (52.2%, much higher than the state average of 21.2% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 93.3%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (21.2%) and national averages (8.4%).

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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:20,777Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:20,571Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:21,971Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:120.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$49,918Source: Census ACS
Households:5,100Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$247,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:4.05Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.21Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--20,55420,77421,20821,78422,07922,10622,47122,74422,66222,54620,67420,78120,571
Decennial Census20,938------------------20,777------
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: 26.6

Male Median Age: 26

Female Median Age: 27.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male9511,0461,1301,0628167956836775755254915003852891701088257
Female8871,0771,1169638487607467156005755504443852751981337786
Total1,8382,1232,2462,0251,6641,5551,4291,3921,1751,1001,041944770564368241159143
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5,42514.89%
Black:1950.54%
Hispanic:*19,38553.22%
Asian:1270.35%
American Indian:4321.19%
Hawaiian:70.02%
Other:10,85129.79%
Total:36,422100%
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:10,34249.78%26.0 years
Females:10,43550.22%27.3 years
Total:20,777100%26.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:13,99968.05%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2121.03%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,8789.13%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:4,48230.92%
Total Population:20,571100%
Total Native Population:14,21169.08%
Total Foreign-born Population:6,36030.92%
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 $49,918, which is considerably lower than the state median ($96,334), is up $19,714 (65.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $10,933. Family households earn a median of $50,802 versus $24,958 for nonfamily households (a difference of $25,844). By gender, male median income is $36,380 and female is $32,564, which is far less than the state female median ($61,569), with a current gap of $3,816 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 61.3%, which is slightly below the state rate (63.9%). The unemployment rate is 11.6%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (47.5%).

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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)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$30,204$30,909$33,147$35,429$36,148$37,012$37,191$38,836$38,985$40,045$42,857$47,991$49,918
Median Family Income$30,289$31,594$33,817$35,010$35,753$36,549$36,868$39,178$39,210$40,699$44,601$48,397$50,802
Median NonFamily Income$17,406$19,279$22,417$26,063$27,196$27,171$28,600$25,714$27,826$20,875$21,484$32,750$24,958
Median Male Income$24,514$25,133$25,652$24,710$22,230$23,354$24,247$27,737$27,663$30,904$32,999$35,592$36,380
Median Female Income$20,298$20,499$20,489$20,471$20,532$19,298$19,233$20,741$21,583$22,132$24,201$29,213$32,564
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


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

Employment Status


Employed:7,48254.10%
Unemployed:9837.11%
Not In Labor Force:5,36538.79%
Total:13,830100%
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)


Management, business, science, and arts:1,02013.63%
Service:75310.06%
Sales and Office:1,02213.66%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3,55747.54%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,13015.10%
Total Civilian Employed Population:7,482100%
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 $247,800, which is much lower than the state median ($695,400), is up $94,500 (61.64%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $81,300. The median gross rent is $1,086, which is far less than the state median ($1,956), is up $324 (42.52%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $187. Of occupied housing, owners make up 52.39% (63.93% with a mortgage, 36.07% free-and-clear) and renters 47.61% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.74%, which is far 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)


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

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$153,300$101,200$99,400$101,000$107,700$117,100$133,300$154,300$166,500$176,800$192,800$229,300$247,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1165.11%
$500 to $999:82336.26%
$1,000 to $1,499:95241.94%
$1,500 to $1,999:27912.29%
$2,000 to $2,499:592.60%
$2,500 to $2,999:110.48%
$3,000 or more:40.18%
No Rent:261.15%
Total:2,270100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$762$780$801$796$800$799$824$873$899$933$956$1,063$1,086
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,59733.49%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):90118.90%
Renter Occupied:2,27047.61%
Total Occupied Housing Units:4,768100%

Occupied Housing Units:4,76895.26%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2374.74%
Total Housing Units:5,005100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:3,86477.20%
Multi-Family Units:84516.88%
Other Units:2965.91%
Total Housing Units:5,005100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 4.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (36.50%). High school or higher is 45.40%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 12.90%, which is markedly above the state rate (6.90%). Private coverage is 31.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 59.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 26.20%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.40%), down 7.50 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.70 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 (47.78%). College enrollment is 17.41%, which is markedly below the state rate (30.00%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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)


Less than 9th grade:4,14240.09%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,49414.46%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,50524.25%
Some college, no degree:1,21311.74%
Associate's degree:5185.01%
Bachelor's degree:3503.39%
Graduate or professional degree:1091.06%
Total:10,331100%
High school or higher:4,69545.45%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4594.44%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:6,38330.01%
Public Insurance:12,24657.58%
No Insurance:2,63812.40%
Total:21,267100%
Has Health Insurance:18,62987.60%
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)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty33.7%34.8%31.8%28.6%28.7%28.0%26.6%27.8%28.9%29.0%23.9%24.5%26.2%
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)


Nursery School, Preschool:3564.81%
Kindergarten:3444.65%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,53447.78%
High school (grades 9-12):1,87525.35%
College or graduate school:1,28817.41%
Total:7,397100%
Early Childhood:7009.46%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):5,75377.77%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 93203 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 187 business establishments, employing about 3,669 people with an annual payroll of $166,036,000. USPS data shows 5,425 residential mailboxes and 282 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:5,425Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:282Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:6,347Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:2,002Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:136Source: USPS
# of Businesses:187Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$38,946,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$166,036,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:3,669Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 93203 is located in Kern County, California, within the Bakersfield-Delano, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 12540) and California's 20th and 22nd Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 910,433 people, about 2.28% of whom live in ZIP Code 93203. It covers 172.026 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.068 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Bakersfield-Delano, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:12540Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:910,433Source: Census
MSA:Bakersfield, CA MSASource: Census
Land Area:172.026 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.068 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:20,22Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:4874.22, 1165.12 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0602924Source: Census
Place Name:Arvin city; CaliforniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


93204 | | 93202

Schools in ZIP Code 93203


ZIP Code 93203 is part of 3 school districts, including: Di Giorgio Elementary School District (Grades KG thru 08), Kern High School District (Grades 09 thru 12) and Arvin Union School District (Grades Kindergarten thru 8th). There are 7 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Di Giorgio Elementary 19405 Buena Vista Blvd.
Arvin, CA 93203
District: Di Giorgio Elementary School District
Arvin High 900 Varsity Rd.
Arvin, CA 93203
District: Kern High School District
Haven Drive Middle 341 Haven Dr.
Arvin, CA 93203
District: Arvin Union School District
Sierra Vista Elementary 300 Franklin St.
Arvin, CA 93203
District: Arvin Union School District
Bear Mountain Elementary 1501 Hood St.
Arvin, CA 93203
District: Arvin Union School District
El Camino Real Elementary 911 El Camino Real Rd.
Arvin, CA 93203
District: Arvin Union School District
Grow Academy Arvin 901 Nectarine Ct.
Arvin, CA 93203
Heritage Oak School 20915 Schout Rd
Tehachapi, CA 93561
District: Private SchoolNearby
Bethel Christian 2236 E California Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93307
District: Private SchoolNearby
Our Lady Of Guadalupe School 609 E California Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93307
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 93203


Glendale Career College-North-West College-Bakersfield 3000 Ming Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93304-5075
Type: Post Secondary
San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield 201 New Stine Road
Bakersfield, CA 93309-2659
Type: Post Secondary
Santa Barbara Business College-Bakersfield 5300 California Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Type: Post Secondary
High Desert Medical College - Bakerfield 2000 24th Street
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Type: Post Secondary
Milan Institute-Bakersfield 2822 F Street, Ste H
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Type: Post Secondary
Lyle's College Of Beauty 2935 F St
Bakersfield, CA 93301
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 November 1, 2025.

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