ZIP Code 92274, California
ZIP Code 92274 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92274 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Imperial County / Riverside County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,167. The land area covers 216.15 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,167 | ±1,592 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,734 | ±567 | 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 | 6,673 | ±556 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,734 | ±567 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 939 | ±240 |
| Median Home Value | $163,800 | ±$29,132 |
| Median Gross Rent | $925 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $38,654 | ±$6,184 |
| Per Capita Income | $19,602 | ±$2,010 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.1% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,646 | ±711 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.4% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,453 | ±792 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84% | ±5.1% |
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: 181,724 (2024)
ID: 161100
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
940 W MAIN ST, STE 209, EL CENTRO CA 92243-2888
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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 | La Quinta, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Coachella, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Borrego Springs, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Coachella, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Thermal, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | M | Thermal, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Coachella, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Thermal, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | La Quinta, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Coachella, 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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CET-Coachella
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College Vocational | 15.9 mi away | 49-111 Highway 111, Ste. 5, Coachella, CA, 92236 |
4082877924
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MECCA-NORTH SHORE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 91260 AVENUE 66, MECCA, CA, 92254 |
(760) 396-2363
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Coachella Valley Beauty College
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College Vocational | 19.0 mi away | 79450 Highway 111, La Quinta, CA, 92253 |
7607725950
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COACHELLA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 1500 SIXTH ST., COACHELLA, CA, 92236 |
(760) 398-5148
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Elite Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 23.8 mi away | 72-840 HWY 111, PALM DESERT, CA, 92260 |
7603658222
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SALTON CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 1209 VAN BUREN ROAD, SALTON CITY, CA, 92275 |
(760) 604-6956
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College of the Desert
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College | 24.0 mi away | 43-500 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA, 92260 |
7603468041
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LIBRARY CONNECT SOUTH VAN
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 83614 DR. CARREON BLVD., INDIO, CA, 92201 |
(951) 897-3887
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International School of Beauty Inc
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College Vocational | 24.5 mi away | 72261 Hwy 111 Ste 121-B, Palm Desert, CA, 92260-2740 |
760674162445
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LA QUINTA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 78-225 CALLE TAMPICO, LA QUINTA, CA, 92253 |
(760) 564-4767
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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 MECCA FIRE STN, CA US, located 7.3 miles from ZCTA5 92274. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70.4° | 43.9° | 57.2° | 0.60" | 0.0" |
| February | 73.9° | 47.2° | 60.6° | 0.56" | 0.0" |
| March | 80.8° | 53.8° | 67.3° | 0.32" | 0.0" |
| April | 86.9° | 59.2° | 73.0° | 0.17" | 0.0" |
| May | 94.6° | 66.3° | 80.4° | 0.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 102.5° | 72.3° | 87.4° | 0.00" | 0.0" |
| July | 106.6° | 80.0° | 93.3° | 0.21" | 0.0" |
| August | 106.2° | 80.2° | 93.2° | 0.08" | 0.0" |
| September | 101.5° | 73.7° | 87.6° | 0.30" | 0.0" |
| October | 91.2° | 62.1° | 76.6° | 0.23" | 0.0" |
| November | 78.0° | 50.4° | 64.2° | 0.20" | 0.0" |
| December | 68.9° | 42.1° | 55.5° | 0.37" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis CDP | CDP | 4.0 mi | — |
| Desert Shores CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Mecca CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Salton Sea Beach CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Thermal CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Vista Santa Rosa CDP | CDP | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92274. • 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.