ZIP Code 92126, California
ZIP Code 92126 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92126 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in San Diego County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 76,059. The land area covers 11.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76,059 | ±3,101 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 25,551 | ±716 | 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 | 26,710 | ±711 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 25,551 | ±716 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,159 | ±282 |
| Median Home Value | $865,400 | ±$15,172 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,711 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $126,913 | ±$5,209 |
| Per Capita Income | $52,772 | ±$2,384 |
| Poverty Rate | 7% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,307 | ±899 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 40,609 | ±1,790 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.8% | ±0.7% |
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 | 03-06 | Cardiff-by-the-Sea, 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-12 | San Diego, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | San Diego, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | El Cajon, 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 Miramar College
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College | 1.4 mi away | 10440 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA, 92126-2999 |
6193887800
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MIRA MESA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 8405 NEW SALEM ST., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92126 |
(858) 538-8165
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Design Institute of San Diego
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College | 2.6 mi away | 8555 Commerce Ave, San Diego, CA, 92121 |
8585661200
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SCRIPPS MIRAMAR RANCH LIBRARY CENTER
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 10301 SCRIPPS LAKE DRIVE, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92131 |
(858) 538-8158
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Alliant International University-San Diego
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College | 3.0 mi away | 10455 Pomerado Road, San Diego, CA, 92131 |
8587805771
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RANCHO PENASQUITOS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 13355 SALMON RIVER RD., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92129 |
(858) 538-8159
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Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute
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College | 5.8 mi away | 10901 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA, 92037-1005 |
85864631005138
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NORTH UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 8820 JUDICIAL DRIVE, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92122 |
(858) 581-9637
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National University
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College | 5.8 mi away | 9388 Lightwave Ave, San Diego, CA, 92123 |
8006288648
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UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 4155 GOVERNOR DR., SAN DIEGO, CA, 92122 |
(858) 552-1655
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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 MIRAMAR NAS, CA US, located 3.2 miles from ZCTA5 92126. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.4° | 47.0° | 57.2° | 2.30" | — |
| February | 67.2° | 48.1° | 57.6° | 2.66" | — |
| March | 67.5° | 49.9° | 58.7° | 1.64" | — |
| April | 70.3° | 52.2° | 61.2° | 0.78" | — |
| May | 71.9° | 56.6° | 64.3° | 0.28" | — |
| June | 75.3° | 60.0° | 67.7° | 0.05" | — |
| July | 80.0° | 64.1° | 72.0° | 0.12" | — |
| August | 82.4° | 65.2° | 73.8° | 0.02" | — |
| September | 81.5° | 63.2° | 72.3° | 0.14" | — |
| October | 77.6° | 57.5° | 67.5° | 0.57" | — |
| November | 72.4° | 50.8° | 61.6° | 0.93" | — |
| December | 66.6° | 46.1° | 56.4° | 1.99" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
| Fairbanks Ranch CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Del Mar city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Rancho Santa Fe CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Solana Beach city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Poway city | City | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92126. • 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.