ZIP Code 92879, California
ZIP Code 92879 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 92879 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Riverside County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 49,317. The land area covers 9.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49,317 | ±1,797 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs | ±0.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,826 | ±583 | 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 | 15,223 | ±581 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,826 | ±583 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 397 | ±153 |
| Median Home Value | $616,300 | ±$14,224 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,215 | ±$94 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,229 | ±$6,244 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,916 | ±$1,502 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,452 | ±1,091 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 25,454 | ±1,258 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±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: 2,529,933 (2024)
ID: 161108
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County | Official County Government |
4080 LEMON ST, 3RD FL, RIVERSIDE CA 92501-3634
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Riverside, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Colton, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Corona, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Riverside, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Lake Elsinore, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Pomona, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Riverside, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Colton, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Chino, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Riverside, 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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Advance Beauty Techs Academy
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College Vocational | 0.6 mi away | 641 N State St Ste 1, San Jacinto, CA, 92583-6572 |
9514878751
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HOME GARDENS LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 3785 NEECE STREET, CORONA, CA, 92879 |
(951) 279-2148
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Young Americans College of the Performing Arts
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College | 1.8 mi away | 1112 Olympic Drive, Corona, CA, 92881-3390 |
9514936753
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CORONA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 650 SOUTH MAIN ST., CORONA, CA, 92882 |
(951) 736-2381
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American College of Healthcare and Technology
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College | 2.3 mi away | 11801 Pierce St., Suite 100, Riverside, CA, 92505 |
9517295320
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CORONA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 650 SOUTH MAIN ST., CORONA, CA, 92882 |
(909) 736-2381
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Salon Success Academy-Corona
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College Vocational | 2.5 mi away | 2097 Compton Ave. Suite 201, Corona, CA, 92881 |
9099824200
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EL CERRITO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 7581 RUDELL ROAD, CORONA, CA, 92881 |
(951) 270-5012
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La Sierra University
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College | 2.5 mi away | 4500 Riverwalk Parkway, Riverside, CA, 92505-8247 |
9517852000
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LA SIERRA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 4600 LA SIERRA, RIVERSIDE, CA, 92505 |
(951) 826-2461
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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 RIVERSIDE MUNI AP, CA US, located 7.0 miles from ZCTA5 92879. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.7° | 43.6° | 55.6° | 2.29" | — |
| February | 67.9° | 44.7° | 56.3° | 2.41" | — |
| March | 72.1° | 46.9° | 59.5° | 1.21" | — |
| April | 75.9° | 50.0° | 62.9° | 0.59" | — |
| May | 79.9° | 55.3° | 67.6° | 0.20" | — |
| June | 86.7° | 59.3° | 73.0° | 0.01" | — |
| July | 93.3° | 63.9° | 78.6° | 0.12" | — |
| August | 94.9° | 64.7° | 79.8° | 0.02" | — |
| September | 91.3° | 61.9° | 76.6° | 0.11" | — |
| October | 82.7° | 55.2° | 68.9° | 0.33" | — |
| November | 74.5° | 47.4° | 61.0° | 0.57" | — |
| December | 66.8° | 42.8° | 54.8° | 1.51" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Gardens CDP | CDP | 1.0 mi | — |
| Corona city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| El Cerrito CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Norco city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| El Sobrante CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Coronita CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 92879. • 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.