ZIP Code 92679, California
ZIP Code 92679 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92679 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Orange County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,818. The land area covers 25.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,818 | ±1,640 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,601 | ±495 | 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 | 10,998 | ±494 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,601 | ±495 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 397 | ±187 |
| Median Home Value | $1,323,600 | ±$41,690 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,500+ | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $211,250 | ±$9,611 |
| Per Capita Income | $89,972 | ±$6,381 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% | ±1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 962 | ±301 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,152 | ±1,045 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.9% | ±0.9% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Corona, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lake Elsinore, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Irvine, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Aliso Viejo, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Aliso Viejo, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Irvine, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Anaheim, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Irvine, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Santa Ana, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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Saddleback College
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College | 8.9 mi away | 28000 Marguerite Pky, Mission Viejo, CA, 92692-3635 |
9495824500
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RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 30902 LA PROMESA, RANCHO SANTA MARGARI, CA, 92688 |
(949) 459-6094
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South Orange County Community College District
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College | 8.9 mi away | 28000 Marguerite Pky, Mission Viejo, CA, 92692-6399 |
9495824999
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FOOTHILL RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 27002 CABRIOLE, FOOTHILL RANCH, CA, 92610 |
(949) 855-8072
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University of Massachusetts Global
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College | 10.6 mi away | 65 Enterprise, Suite 150, Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656 |
9493419800
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MISSION VIEJO LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 100 CIVIC CENTER, MISSION VIEJO, CA, 92691 |
(949) 830-7100
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Soka University of America
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College | 12.0 mi away | 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656-8081 |
9494804000
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LADERA RANCH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 29551 SIENNA PARKWAY, LADERA RANCH, CA, 92694 |
(949) 234-5940
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Irvine Valley College
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College | 12.6 mi away | 5500 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA, 92618-0301 |
9494515100
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EL TORO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 24672 RAYMOND WAY, LAKE FOREST, CA, 92630 |
(949) 855-8173
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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 IRVINE RCH, CA US, located 10.5 miles from ZCTA5 92679. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69.0° | 48.6° | 58.8° | 2.67" | — |
| February | 70.5° | 47.9° | 59.2° | 3.47" | — |
| March | 73.1° | 49.7° | 61.4° | 1.70" | — |
| April | 76.4° | 51.9° | 64.1° | 0.85" | — |
| May | 79.4° | 55.5° | 67.4° | 0.34" | — |
| June | 82.5° | 58.7° | 70.6° | 0.04" | — |
| July | 88.1° | 61.9° | 75.0° | 0.09" | — |
| August | 90.2° | 62.2° | 76.2° | 0.01" | — |
| September | 88.8° | 61.7° | 75.3° | 0.10" | — |
| October | 84.3° | 57.8° | 71.1° | 0.62" | — |
| November | 75.6° | 52.5° | 64.0° | 0.83" | — |
| December | 67.8° | 47.6° | 57.7° | 2.34" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Margarita city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Trabuco Canyon CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Coto de Caza CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Modjeska CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Las Flores CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Mission Viejo city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92679. • 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.