ZIP Code 92026, California
ZIP Code 92026 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92026 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in San Diego County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 53,075. The land area covers 36.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53,075 | ±2,174 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,883 | ±806 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 19,695 | ±852 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,883 | ±806 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 812 | ±276 |
| Median Home Value | $714,300 | ±$26,147 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,151 | ±$85 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $104,561 | ±$9,062 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,088 | ±$2,616 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,719 | ±1,212 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 25,903 | ±1,363 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.1% | ±1.9% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 3,298,799 (2024)
ID: 161111
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HUMAN RESOURCES
5530 OVERLAND AVE, STE 210, SAN DIEGO CA 92123-1204
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Oceanside, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Valley Center, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Valley Center, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Vista, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Escondido, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Oceanside, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Carlsbad, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Carlsbad, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | San Marcos, CA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
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College | 4.7 mi away | 700 Windy Point Drive, San Marcos, CA, 92069 |
8002411027
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SAN MARCOS LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 2 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE, SAN MARCOS, CA, 92069 |
(760) 891-3000
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Palomar College
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College | 5.5 mi away | 1140 W. Mission Road, San Marcos, CA, 92069-1487 |
7607441150
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VALLEY CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 29200 COLE GRADE ROAD, VALLEY CENTER, CA, 92082 |
(760) 749-1305
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Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos
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College | 5.5 mi away | 111 Campus Way, San Marcos, CA, 92078-8702 |
7602994500
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VISTA LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 700 EUCALYPTUS AVE., VISTA, CA, 92084 |
(760) 643-5100
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California State University-San Marcos
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College | 5.9 mi away | 333 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA, 92096-0001 |
7607504000
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ESCONDIDO PIONEER ROOM AND COMPUTER CENTER
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 247 SOUTH KALMIA STREET, ESCONDIDO, CA, 92025 |
(760) 839-4315
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Escondido Adult School
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 220 W Crest Street, Escondido, CA, 92025 |
7607378000
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ESCONDIDO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 239 S. KALMIA ST., ESCONDIDO, CA, 92025 |
(760) 839-4684
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at VALLEY CTR 1N, CA US, located 5.1 miles from ZCTA5 92026. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.9° | 37.7° | 52.8° | 3.19" | — |
| February | 67.4° | 39.4° | 53.4° | 3.86" | — |
| March | 70.9° | 41.7° | 56.3° | 2.47" | — |
| April | 75.1° | 43.3° | 59.2° | 1.27" | — |
| May | 76.9° | 49.4° | 63.2° | 0.43" | — |
| June | 84.3° | 53.3° | 68.8° | 0.10" | — |
| July | 90.5° | 58.6° | 74.6° | 0.10" | — |
| August | 92.9° | 58.9° | 75.9° | 0.15" | — |
| September | 91.1° | 56.0° | 73.6° | 0.17" | — |
| October | 83.4° | 47.1° | 65.3° | 0.86" | — |
| November | 75.6° | 40.6° | 58.1° | 1.56" | — |
| December | 67.3° | 36.5° | 51.9° | 2.55" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Meadows CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Bonsall CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| San Marcos city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Escondido city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Valley Center CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Vista city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92026. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.