ZIP Code 92603, California
ZIP Code 92603 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92603 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Orange County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,387. The land area covers 9.99 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,387 | ±1,811 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,176 | ±498 | 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 | 7,793 | ±501 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,176 | ±498 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 617 | ±259 |
| Median Home Value | $1,931,700 | ±$259,137 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,392 | ±$166 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $173,094 | ±$18,993 |
| Per Capita Income | $91,080 | ±$8,621 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,371 | ±472 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,518 | ±1,233 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.4% | ±2.1% |
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: 3,170,435 (2024)
ID: 207576
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MANAGER, SPECIAL PROJECTS
331 W SANTA ANA BLVD, SANTA ANA CA 92701
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Garden Grove, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Costa Mesa, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Costa Mesa, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Corona Del Mar, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Santa Ana, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Corona, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Huntington Beach, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Costa Mesa, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Santa Ana, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Santa Ana, 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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Concordia University-Irvine
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College | 2.0 mi away | 1530 Concordia West, Irvine, CA, 92612-3203 |
9498548002
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UNIVERSITY PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 4512 SANDBURG WAY, IRVINE, CA, 92612 |
(949) 786-4001
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University of California-Irvine
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College | 3.0 mi away | 501 Aldrich Hall, Irvine, CA, 92697 |
9498245011
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LAGUNA WOODS LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 24264 EL TORO ROAD, LAGUNA WOODS, CA, 91637 |
(949) 639-0500
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Irvine Valley College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 5500 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA, 92618-0301 |
9494515100
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CENTRAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 1000 AVOCADO AVE., NEWPORT BEACH, CA, 92660 |
(949) 717-3800
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Interior Designers Institute
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College | 4.2 mi away | 1061 Camelback Street, Newport Beach, CA, 92660 |
9496754451
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HERITAGE PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 14361 YALE AVE., IRVINE, CA, 92604 |
(949) 936-4040
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Laguna College of Art and Design
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College | 4.9 mi away | 2222 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651 |
9493766000
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CORONA DEL MAR LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 410 MARIGOLD AVE., CORONA DEL MAR, CA, 92625 |
(949) 644-3075
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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 SANTA ANA JOHN WAYNE AP, CA US, located 5.4 miles from ZCTA5 92603. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.0° | 48.6° | 57.8° | 2.59" | — |
| February | 66.7° | 50.1° | 58.4° | 2.64" | — |
| March | 67.7° | 52.3° | 60.0° | 1.62" | — |
| April | 70.2° | 54.9° | 62.6° | 0.52" | — |
| May | 71.3° | 59.3° | 65.3° | 0.27" | — |
| June | 74.1° | 62.6° | 68.3° | 0.01" | — |
| July | 78.9° | 66.2° | 72.5° | 0.04" | — |
| August | 80.4° | 67.1° | 73.8° | 0.01" | — |
| September | 79.9° | 65.0° | 72.5° | 0.10" | — |
| October | 76.5° | 59.2° | 67.8° | 0.54" | — |
| November | 71.9° | 53.3° | 62.6° | 0.80" | — |
| December | 66.5° | 48.3° | 57.4° | 2.04" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irvine city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Laguna Woods city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| Newport Beach city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Aliso Viejo city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Laguna Beach city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Laguna Hills city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92603. • 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.