| City: | El Granada, California |
| County: | San Mateo County |
| Timezone: | Pacific (GMT -08:00) |
| Local Time: | 9:50:13 AM |
| Population: | 3,513 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 650 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 37.5023, -122.4676 |
| Land Area: | 0.579 sq mi |
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El Granada sits on California's San Mateo County coast, less than half a square mile between the Pacific Ocean and the San Mateo highlands. The 3,513 residents live in 1,397 households, a typical family ratio of 2.5 people per home. Street names read like a tour of Spanish California: Avenue Portola, San Carlos, Valencia, Santiago. Columbus and Francisco Streets mix with newer coastal names like Coral Reef Avenue and Shelter Cove Drive.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. No street carrier delivery exists. The El Granada post office maintains 1,662 PO Boxes for 1,397 households, a 119% adoption rate that means the post office serves more than just local residents. People from nearby coastal areas without their own post offices use El Granada boxes. ZIP+4 data shows mixed Urban+Rural carrier routes (2 city routes, 1 rural route), but these serve the internal mail sorting system, not home delivery.
It's an affluent coastal enclave. Median household income is $225,763. Median home value is $1,405,400, typical for San Mateo County's coastline where real estate commands ocean-view premiums. Half the adult population has a bachelor's degree or higher. A third of workers (33.1%) work from home, likely professionals and knowledge workers who can afford coastal living while working remotely.
The community skews older (median age 47.4) but isn't a retirement haven. Only 97 residents are 65 and over. There's minimal seasonal vacancy (21 of 1,485 housing units), so this isn't a vacation community. It's a year-round residential town. Homeownership dominates: 963 owner-occupied units versus 434 rentals.
All mail to El Granada addresses must use PO Box format. Street addresses aren't valid for delivery. The post office is located at the ZIP's coordinates (37.50°N, 122.47°W) and serves as the mail hub for this coastal area.
Street names blend Spanish colonial heritage (Portola, San Carlos, Valencia) with explorer references (Columbus, Francisco) and coastal geography (Coral Reef, Shelter Cove). Avenue Portola accounts for nearly half of all street delivery records, suggesting it's the main residential corridor.
ZIP Code 94018 has 3,513 residents and 1,397 households (average 2.51 persons per household). The median age is 47.4 years, significantly older than the state (37.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.6% male and 50.4% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (75.6%, much higher than the state average of 41.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (15.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 15.3%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 3,513Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 3,834Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 6,067.4 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $230,053Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 1,397Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $1,430,200Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.51Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.93Source: 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 | 3,636 | 3,423 | 3,404 | 3,834 |
| Decennial Census | 0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3,513 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 47.4
Male Median Age: 47.3
Female Median Age: 47.6
| 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 | 84 | 69 | 97 | 89 | 83 | 81 | 108 | 94 | 94 | 188 | 119 | 139 | 141 | 171 | 85 | 68 | 14 | 17 |
| Female | 87 | 65 | 98 | 73 | 70 | 102 | 118 | 84 | 134 | 110 | 128 | 198 | 178 | 117 | 92 | 60 | 39 | 19 |
| Total | 171 | 134 | 195 | 162 | 153 | 183 | 226 | 178 | 228 | 298 | 247 | 337 | 319 | 288 | 177 | 128 | 53 | 36 |
| White: | 2,656 | 74.19% |
| Black: | 20 | 0.56% |
| Hispanic:* | 536 | 14.97% |
| Asian: | 135 | 3.77% |
| American Indian: | 30 | 0.84% |
| Hawaiian: | 3 | 0.08% |
| Other: | 200 | 5.59% |
| Total: | 3,580 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 1,741 | 49.56% | 47.3 years |
| Females: | 1,772 | 50.44% | 47.6 years |
| Total: | 3,513 | 100% | 47.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 3,218 | 83.93% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 19 | 0.50% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 313 | 8.16% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 284 | 15.57% |
| Total Population: | 3,834 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 3,237 | 84.43% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 597 | 15.57% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $230,053, which is far above the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $230,053. Family households earn a median of $232,248 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $232,248). By gender, male median income is $131,339 and female is $111,058, which is markedly greater than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $20,281 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 71.4%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is well above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (64.4%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| 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 | $194,038 | $215,439 | $225,763 | $230,053 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $195,156 | $215,994 | $227,727 | $232,248 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $70,533 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $114,884 | $138,065 | $145,833 | $131,339 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $74,500 | $103,125 | $109,071 | $111,058 |
| Employed: | 2,223 | 67.06% |
| Unemployed: | 143 | 4.31% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 949 | 28.63% |
| Total: | 3,315 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 1,431 | 64.37% |
| Service: | 259 | 11.65% |
| Sales and Office: | 227 | 10.21% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 92 | 4.14% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 214 | 9.63% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 2,223 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $1,430,200, which is much higher than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,430,200. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 83.69% (63.61% with a mortgage, 36.39% free-and-clear) and renters 16.31% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 0.82%, which is markedly below the national rate (10.12%).
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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 | $1,244,200 | $1,384,000 | $1,405,400 | $1,430,200 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 50 | 19.61% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 51 | 20.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 36 | 14.12% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 118 | 46.27% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 255 | 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 | $2,086 | $2,535 | $2,034 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 832 | 53.23% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 476 | 30.45% |
| Renter Occupied: | 255 | 16.31% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 1,563 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 1,563 | 99.18% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 13 | 0.82% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,576 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 1,476 | 93.65% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 100 | 6.35% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,576 | 100% |
In 2024, 56.10% 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 92.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 2.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 89.00%, which is well above the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 22.70%, which is falls below the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, 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 elementary (44.41%). College enrollment is 33.24%, 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: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 238 | 8.05% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 456 | 15.42% |
| Some college, no degree: | 371 | 12.55% |
| Associate's degree: | 232 | 7.85% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 868 | 29.35% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 792 | 26.78% |
| Total: | 2,957 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 2,719 | 91.95% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 1,660 | 56.14% |
| Private Insurance: | 3,414 | 78.27% |
| Public Insurance: | 871 | 19.97% |
| No Insurance: | 77 | 1.77% |
| Total: | 4,362 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 4,285 | 98.23% |
| 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: | 69 | 9.64% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 318 | 44.41% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 91 | 12.71% |
| College or graduate school: | 238 | 33.24% |
| Total: | 716 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 69 | 9.64% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 478 | 66.76% |
ZIP Code 94018 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 72 business establishments, employing about 717 people with an annual payroll of $73,676,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 1,729Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 72Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $19,488,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $73,676,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 717Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 94018 is located in San Mateo County, California, within the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 41860) and California's 16th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 4,335,391 people, about 0.08% of whom live in ZIP Code 94018, and is subdivided into the San Francisco-San Mateo-Redwood City, CA division. It covers 0.579 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 41860Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | San Francisco-San Mateo-Redwood City, CA (CBSA Div 41884)Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 4,335,391Source: Census |
| MSA: | San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose, CA CMSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.579 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 16Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 2839.51 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | San Francisco, CA PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0621936Source: Census |
| Place Name: | El Granada CDP; CaliforniaSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 94018 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 0 public schools with a nearby mailing address, but we have located 5 public schools nearby. There are however 1 private school(s). 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.