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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 94703 has 20,805 residents and 8,930 households (average 2.24 persons per household). The median age is 36.2 years, slightly younger than the state (37.5) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.2% male and 50.8% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (53.1%, much higher than the state average of 41.2% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (14.2%, much higher than the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 13.3%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%).

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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:	20,805Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	20,874Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	20,388Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	16,153.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$108,922Source: Census ACS

Households:	8,930Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$1,273,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.24Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.47Source: 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	--	20,593	20,758	21,281	21,421	21,561	21,234	21,886	21,937	21,697	21,942	19,857	20,404	20,874
Decennial Census	19,846	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	20,805	--	--	--

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: 36.2

Male Median Age: 35.6

Female Median Age: 37

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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	415	454	470	428	820	1,258	1,150	825	671	696	618	497	496	491	443	279	125	91
Female	381	417	435	420	922	1,299	1,059	819	714	630	566	545	575	537	534	383	170	172
Total	796	871	905	848	1,742	2,557	2,209	1,644	1,385	1,326	1,184	1,042	1,071	1,028	977	662	295	263

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

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Population by Race

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White:	11,044	52.83%
Black:	2,721	13.02%
Hispanic:*	2,761	13.21%
Asian:	2,944	14.08%
American Indian:	141	0.67%
Hawaiian:	27	0.13%
Other:	1,268	6.07%
Total:	20,906	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:	10,227	49.16%	35.6 years
Females:	10,578	50.84%	37.0 years
Total:	20,805	100%	36.2 years

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

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	16,527	79.18%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	472	2.26%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	1,842	8.82%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	2,033	18.56%
Total Population:	20,874	100%
Total Native Population:	16,999	81.44%
Total Foreign-born Population:	3,875	18.56%

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 $108,922, which is markedly greater than the national median ($78,538), is up $56,922 (109.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $25,848. Family households earn a median of $172,404 versus $76,918 for nonfamily households (a difference of $95,486). By gender, male median income is $95,625 and female is $86,223, which is much higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $9,402 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 71.0%, which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.9%, which is notably higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (73.4%).

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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	$52,000	$54,805	$55,554	$58,613	$65,830	$68,842	$75,181	$77,259	$83,074	$87,114	$95,125	$99,901	$108,922
Median Family Income	$75,000	$83,023	$90,000	$95,966	$107,500	$108,068	$119,375	$122,995	$128,716	$123,736	$129,271	$146,941	$172,404
Median NonFamily Income	$39,440	$39,725	$38,537	$40,188	$44,161	$47,934	$50,508	$55,172	$54,858	$56,667	$71,291	$72,981	$76,918
Median Male Income	$53,770	$54,523	$59,788	$62,102	$67,714	$68,400	$69,625	$72,179	$78,287	$74,766	$81,583	$90,420	$95,625
Median Female Income	$52,107	$53,582	$53,041	$53,305	$53,136	$51,408	$61,500	$61,836	$66,346	$71,414	$76,761	$81,892	$86,223

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:	12,152	66.03%
Unemployed:	903	4.91%
Not In Labor Force:	5,348	29.06%
Total:	18,403	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:	8,914	73.35%
Service:	1,121	9.22%
Sales and Office:	944	7.77%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	513	4.22%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	660	5.43%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	12,152	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 $1,273,000, which is considerably higher than the national median ($303,400), is up $679,000 (114.31%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $355,500. The median gross rent is $2,257, which is far above the national median ($1,348), is up $1,069 (89.98%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $441. Of occupied housing, owners make up 39.41% (69.17% with a mortgage, 30.83% free-and-clear) and renters 60.59% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 9.55%, which is much higher than the state rate (7.55%).

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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	$594,000	$573,800	$592,600	$617,500	$643,900	$671,900	$740,900	$821,100	$917,500	$970,500	$1,061,200	$1,215,900	$1,273,000

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:	274	5.18%
$500 to $999:	267	5.05%
$1,000 to $1,499:	736	13.91%
$1,500 to $1,999:	816	15.42%
$2,000 to $2,499:	946	17.88%
$2,500 to $2,999:	797	15.06%
$3,000 or more:	1,322	24.99%
No Rent:	133	2.51%
Total:	5,291	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	$1,188	$1,222	$1,268	$1,303	$1,366	$1,479	$1,633	$1,710	$1,816	$1,888	$1,936	$2,149	$2,257

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):	2,380	27.26%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	1,061	12.15%
Renter Occupied:	5,291	60.59%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	8,732	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	8,732	90.45%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	922	9.55%
Total Housing Units:	9,654	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:	3,957	40.99%
Multi-Family Units:	5,670	58.73%
Other Units:	27	0.28%
Total Housing Units:	9,654	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 71.40% 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 95.00%, which is markedly above the state rate (84.60%). The uninsured rate is 3.20%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 27.70%, which is generally lower than the state rate (38.90%). The share of people in poverty is 2.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 10.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.30 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 college (49.93%). College enrollment is 49.93%, 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:	375	2.39%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	412	2.62%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	1,001	6.37%
Some college, no degree:	2,082	13.25%
Associate's degree:	618	3.93%
Bachelor's degree:	5,029	32.00%
Graduate or professional degree:	6,197	39.44%
Total:	15,714	100%
High school or higher:	14,927	94.99%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	11,226	71.44%

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:	16,245	71.60%
Public Insurance:	5,777	25.46%
No Insurance:	665	2.93%
Total:	22,687	100%
Has Health Insurance:	22,022	97.07%

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	12.4%	12.4%	11.6%	11.8%	9.5%	7.2%	6.2%	5.2%	4.6%	4.1%	5.5%	4.7%	2.3%

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:	204	4.14%
Kindergarten:	264	5.36%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,186	24.09%
High school (grades 9-12):	811	16.47%
College or graduate school:	2,458	49.93%
Total:	4,923	100%
Early Childhood:	468	9.51%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	2,261	45.93%

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

City:	Berkeley, California
County:	Alameda County
Timezone:	Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:	8:57:07 PM
Population:	20,805 [See All]
Area Codes:	510 / 341
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	37.8657, -122.2746
Land Area:	1.288 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/94703/zip-code-94703.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	9,102Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	367Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	9,826Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	5,528Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	3,559Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	340Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$33,103,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$141,018,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	2,484Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:	41860Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	Oakland-Fremont-Berkeley, CA (CBSA Div 36084)Source: Census
CBSA Population:	4,653,593Source: Census
MSA:	San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose, CA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:	1.288 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	--Source: Census

Congressional District:	12Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	38.97 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Oakland, CA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	0606000Source: Census
Place Name:	Berkeley city; CaliforniaSource: Census

ZIP Code 94703 in Berkeley, 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 94703

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 94703

Sources & References