ZIP Code 92120, California
ZIP Code 92120 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92120 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in San Diego County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,915. The land area covers 7.68 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,915 | ±1,648 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,404 | ±562 | 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 | 13,189 | ±535 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,404 | ±562 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 785 | ±255 |
| Median Home Value | $924,900 | ±$26,520 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,457 | ±$182 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $120,661 | ±$9,376 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,176 | ±$3,632 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,760 | ±748 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 15,664 | ±978 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.2% | ±1.2% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | San Diego, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Poway, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Diego, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Diego, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | San Diego, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Diego, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Bonita, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Chula Vista, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | San Diego, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | San Diego, 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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San Diego State University
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College | 1.3 mi away | 5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA, 92182-0001 |
6195945200
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ALLIED GARDENS / BENJAMIN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 5188 ZION AVE., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92120 |
(619) 533-3970
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North-West College-San Diego
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College | 2.0 mi away | 6106 Arosa St, San Diego, CA, 92115-1506 |
8587151123
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SAN CARLOS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 7265 JACKSON DR., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92119 |
(619) 527-3430
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California Barber and Beauty College
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College Vocational | 2.6 mi away | 5315 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92115-4730 |
6192650500
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COLLEGE-ROLANDO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 6600 MONTEZUMA ROAD, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92115 |
(619) 533-3902
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California Miramar University
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College | 2.8 mi away | 3550 Camino Del Rio North, Suite 208, San Diego, CA, 92108-1739 |
858653300011
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TIERRASANTA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 4985 LA CUENTA DR., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92124 |
(858) 573-1384
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San Diego Community College District-District Office
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College | 3.0 mi away | 3375 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CA, 92108 |
6193886500
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KENSINGTON-NORMAL HEIGHTS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 4121 ADAMS AVE., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92116 |
(619) 533-3974
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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 SAN DIEGO MONTGOMERY FLD, CA US, located 4.1 miles from ZCTA5 92120. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.3° | 46.0° | 56.6° | 2.32" | — |
| February | 67.3° | 46.9° | 57.1° | 2.65" | — |
| March | 68.5° | 49.6° | 59.1° | 1.63" | — |
| April | 70.7° | 52.4° | 61.5° | 0.77" | — |
| May | 72.1° | 56.6° | 64.4° | 0.28" | — |
| June | 74.7° | 60.0° | 67.3° | 0.06" | — |
| July | 79.8° | 64.0° | 71.9° | 0.07" | — |
| August | 82.0° | 65.3° | 73.7° | 0.01" | — |
| September | 81.4° | 63.6° | 72.5° | 0.17" | — |
| October | 77.8° | 57.8° | 67.8° | 0.54" | — |
| November | 72.7° | 50.1° | 61.4° | 0.91" | — |
| December | 67.3° | 45.3° | 56.3° | 1.61" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| San Diego city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| Lemon Grove city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Casa de Oro-Mount Helix CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| El Cajon city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Santee city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92120. • 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.