ZIP Code 92252, California
ZIP Code 92252 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92252 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in San Bernardino County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,538. The land area covers 112.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,538 | ±1,031 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs | ±4.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,240 | ±410 | 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 | 5,189 | ±373 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,240 | ±410 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,949 | ±305 |
| Median Home Value | $353,800 | ±$54,584 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,223 | ±$359 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,598 | ±$14,761 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,777 | ±$5,595 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.2% | ±6.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,610 | ±526 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,237 | ±564 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.7% | ±15.4% |
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: 2,214,281 (2024)
ID: 161110
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
385 N ARROWHEAD AVE, FL 5, SAN BERNARDINO CA 92415-0110
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Desert Hot Springs, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Yucca Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Desert Hot Springs, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Desert Hot Springs, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Twentynine Palms, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Desert Hot Springs, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Desert Hot Springs, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Joshua Tree, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Joshua Tree, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Desert Hot Springs, CA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Copper Mountain Community College
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College | 4.1 mi away | 6162 Rotary Way, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252 |
7603663791
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JOSHUA TREE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 6465 PARK BLVD., JOSHUA TREE, CA, 92252 |
(760) 366-8615
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California Nurses Educational Institute
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College | 24.8 mi away | 72769 Dinah Shore Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270 |
7604165955
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YUCCA VALLEY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 57098 TWENTYNINE PALMS HWY., YUCCA VALLEY, CA, 92284 |
(760) 228-5455
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San Joaquin Valley College-Rancho Mirage
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College | 24.9 mi away | 34275 Monterey Avenue, Rancho Mirage, CA, 92270-2701 |
5597349000
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TWENTYNINE PALMS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 6078 ADOBE RD., TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA, 92277 |
(760) 367-9519
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 14380 PALM DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA, 92240 |
(760) 329-5926
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THOUSAND PALMS LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 31-189 ROBERT RD., THOUSAND PALMS, CA, 92276 |
(760) 343-1556
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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 JOSHUA TREE, CA US, located 0.5 miles from ZCTA5 92252. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60.0° | 38.2° | 49.1° | 1.17" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.4° | 39.1° | 51.3° | 0.72" | 0.2" |
| March | 70.0° | 42.5° | 56.2° | 0.45" | 0.0" |
| April | 77.4° | 46.9° | 62.1° | 0.20" | 0.0" |
| May | 86.1° | 53.6° | 69.8° | 0.11" | 0.0" |
| June | 95.1° | 61.4° | 78.2° | 0.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 101.5° | 69.7° | 85.6° | 0.27" | 0.0" |
| August | 100.2° | 69.5° | 84.9° | 0.37" | 0.0" |
| September | 92.6° | 63.7° | 78.2° | 0.22" | 0.0" |
| October | 82.3° | 51.9° | 67.1° | 0.25" | 0.0" |
| November | 69.1° | 42.9° | 56.0° | 0.16" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.6° | 35.6° | 47.6° | 0.46" | 0.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joshua Tree CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Yucca Valley town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Homestead Valley CDP | CDP | 11.4 mi | — |
| Twentynine Palms city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Morongo Valley CDP | CDP | 16.8 mi | — |
| Desert Edge CDP | CDP | 18.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92252. • 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.