ZIP Code 93960 in Soledad, CA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Soledad, California
County:Monterey County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:8:48:14 PM
Population:26,093 [See All]
Area Code:831
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:36.3863, -121.3453
Land Area:174.129 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 93960 has 26,093 residents and 4,821 households (average 4.18 persons per household). The median age is 33.1 years, younger than the state (37.5) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 61.2% male and 38.8% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (79.0%) and Other / Two or More Races (51.6%, much higher than the state average of 21.2% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 79.0%, 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:26,093Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:25,736Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:21,706Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:149.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$92,504Source: Census ACS
Households:4,821Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$567,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:4.18Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.34Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--26,63127,05727,33427,21226,94626,83126,78826,61026,96627,00926,35726,03725,736
Decennial Census27,080------------------26,093------
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: 33.1

Male Median Age: 34

Female Median Age: 30.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male7348961,0251,0121,1161,6031,8751,6891,6489931,2387426283022021176376
Female7288741,00693474672267371769267559851240027823613586122
Total1,4621,7702,0311,9461,8622,3252,5482,4062,3401,6681,8361,2541,028580438252149198
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:5,17212.06%
Black:2,0124.69%
Hispanic:*20,60648.07%
Asian:6151.43%
American Indian:9002.10%
Hawaiian:1030.24%
Other:13,46231.40%
Total:42,870100%
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:15,95961.16%34.0 years
Females:10,13438.84%30.4 years
Total:26,093100%33.1 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:17,72568.87%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2420.94%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,6696.49%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:6,10030.19%
Total Population:25,736100%
Total Native Population:17,96769.81%
Total Foreign-born Population:7,76930.19%
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 $92,504, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $38,241 (70.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $28,900. Family households earn a median of $93,900 versus $36,705 for nonfamily households (a difference of $57,195). By gender, male median income is $48,323 and female is $48,125, which is well under the state female median ($61,569), with a current gap of $198 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 41.2%, which is far less than the state rate (63.9%). The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (6.4%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (32.3%).

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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$54,263$50,881$50,504$47,098$49,310$54,022$54,775$58,981$63,604$65,108$64,821$79,063$92,504
Median Family Income$54,369$51,413$51,022$47,602$48,047$57,436$56,574$57,853$63,338$65,791$66,674$84,608$93,900
Median NonFamily Income$37,235$40,967$43,185$42,969$40,144$40,064$30,625$31,146$29,803$26,172$29,097$0$36,705
Median Male Income$34,773$32,033$30,969$33,888$33,573$38,109$35,732$35,085$35,563$33,715$35,762$46,317$48,323
Median Female Income$35,129$32,364$31,033$25,946$25,795$27,438$31,519$32,327$37,871$36,325$38,623$43,692$48,125
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:7,99639.83%
Unemployed:2351.17%
Not In Labor Force:11,84258.99%
Total:20,073100%
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:1,50918.87%
Service:1,34316.80%
Sales and Office:1,45418.18%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2,58432.32%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,10613.83%
Total Civilian Employed Population:7,996100%
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 $567,500, which is far above the national median ($303,400), is up $292,400 (106.29%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $198,900. The median gross rent is $1,492, which is far less than the state median ($1,956), is up $501 (50.55%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $297. Of occupied housing, owners make up 59.21% (66.07% with a mortgage, 33.93% free-and-clear) and renters 40.79% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 2.98%, which is markedly below 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$275,100$221,800$212,700$205,700$220,700$259,300$300,100$332,400$368,600$411,200$432,200$521,400$567,500
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:20310.26%
$500 to $999:28514.41%
$1,000 to $1,499:50525.53%
$1,500 to $1,999:41420.93%
$2,000 to $2,499:44522.50%
$2,500 to $2,999:351.77%
$3,000 or more:844.25%
No Rent:70.35%
Total:1,978100%
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$991$982$1,003$1,094$1,117$1,113$1,155$1,260$1,195$1,136$1,237$1,404$1,492
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1,89739.12%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):97420.09%
Renter Occupied:1,97840.79%
Total Occupied Housing Units:4,849100%

Occupied Housing Units:4,84997.02%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1492.98%
Total Housing Units:4,998100%
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:3,76775.37%
Multi-Family Units:93118.63%
Other Units:3006.00%
Total Housing Units:4,998100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 7.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (36.50%). High school or higher is 58.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 10.00%, which is notably higher than the state rate (6.90%). The share of people in poverty is 14.70%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.40%), down 0.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 3.20 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (39.31%). College enrollment is 22.90%, 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:3,98323.77%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2,95717.65%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):4,32525.81%
Some college, no degree:2,89017.25%
Associate's degree:1,3628.13%
Bachelor's degree:7884.70%
Graduate or professional degree:4512.69%
Total:16,756100%
High school or higher:9,81658.58%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,2397.39%
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:9,85648.60%
Public Insurance:8,51842.01%
No Insurance:1,9049.39%
Total:20,278100%
Has Health Insurance:18,37490.61%
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 Poverty14.9%16.9%19.3%18.5%17.9%14.2%11.0%11.0%11.5%13.5%17.1%15.9%14.7%
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:2252.68%
Kindergarten:1832.18%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):3,29639.31%
High school (grades 9-12):2,76132.93%
College or graduate school:1,92022.90%
Total:8,385100%
Early Childhood:4084.87%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):6,24074.42%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 93960 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 193 business establishments, employing about 2,290 people with an annual payroll of $110,594,000. USPS data shows 5,193 residential mailboxes and 268 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:5,193Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:268Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:9,728Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,432Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:172Source: USPS
# of Businesses:193Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$25,660,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$110,594,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:2,290Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 93960 is located in Monterey County, California, within the Salinas, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 41500) and California's 18th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 435,834 people, about 5.99% of whom live in ZIP Code 93960. It covers 174.129 sq mi of land and a water area of 4.838 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Salinas, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:41500Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:435,834Source: Census
MSA:Salinas, CA MSASource: Census
Land Area:174.129 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:4.838 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:18Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:696.12 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0672520Source: Census
Place Name:Soledad city; CaliforniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


93962 | | 93955

Schools in ZIP Code 93960


ZIP Code 93960 is part of 2 school districts, including: Mission Union Elementary School District (Grades KG thru 08) and Soledad Unified School District (Grades Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 12 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.

Mission Elementary 36825 Foothill Rd.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Mission Union Elementary School District
Main Street Middle 441 Main St.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
San Vicente Elementary 1300 Metz Rd.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Soledad High 425 Gabilan Dr.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Rose Ferrero Elementary 400 Entrada Dr.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Gabilan Elementary 330 N. Walker Dr.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Pinnacles High 690 Main St.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Frank Ledesma Elementary 973 Vista De Soledad
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Jack Franscioni Elementary 779 Orchard Ln.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Soledad Transition Center 310 Main St.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Soledad Preschool Center 1261 Metz Rd.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Soledad Virtual Academy 690 Main St.
Soledad, CA 93960
District: Soledad Unified School District
Palma School 919 Iverson St
Salinas, CA 93901
District: Private SchoolNearby
Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy 160 Pajaro St
Salinas, CA 93901
District: Private SchoolNearby
Sacred Heart School 123 W Market St
Salinas, CA 93901
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 93960


Cet-Soledad 930 Los Coches Drive, Suite 103
Soledad, CA 93960-2996
Type: Post Secondary
Central Coast College 480 S Main Street
Salinas, CA 93901-3301
Type: Post Secondary
Hartnell College 411 Central Avenue
Salinas, CA 93901
Type: Post Secondary
Waynes College Of Beauty 1271 North Main Street
Salinas, CA 93906-2830
Type: Post Secondary
Cet-Salinas 24 East Alvin Drive
Salinas, CA 93906
Type: Post Secondary
California State University-Monterey Bay 100 Campus Center
Seaside, CA 93955-8001
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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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