ZIP Code 93551, California
ZIP Code 93551 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 93551 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Los Angeles County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 54,360. The land area covers 84.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 54,360 | ±1,953 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,782 | ±677 | 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 | 17,780 | ±679 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,782 | ±677 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 998 | ±298 |
| Median Home Value | $585,100 | ±$12,578 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,299 | ±$100 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $119,801 | ±$11,669 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,996 | ±$2,603 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,712 | ±923 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24,777 | ±1,266 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.4% | ±5.3% |
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: 9,757,179 (2024)
ID: 123085
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE OFFICER BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
500 W TEMPLE ST, ROOM 383, LOS ANGELES CA 90012
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Quartz Hill, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Littlerock, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lancaster, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Palmdale, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lancaster, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Palmdale, CA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Palmdale, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Lancaster, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Palmdale, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Palmdale, 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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San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster
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College | 6.1 mi away | 42135 10th Street West, Lancaster, CA, 93534-7018 |
5597349000
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QUARTZ HILL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 42018 N. 50TH ST. W., QUARTZ HILL, CA, 93536 |
(661) 943-2454
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Antelope Valley Community College District
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College | 6.4 mi away | 3041 West Ave K, Lancaster, CA, 93536-5426 |
6617226300
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KNOW MOBILE
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 700 E. PALMDALE BLVD., PALMDALE, CA, 93550 |
(661) 267-5600
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Career Care Institute
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College | 7.3 mi away | 43770 15th Street West Ste 115, Lancaster, CA, 93534 |
6619426204
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PALMDALE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 700 E. PALMDALE BLVD., PALMDALE, CA, 93550 |
(661) 267-5600
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High Desert Medical College
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College | 7.6 mi away | 701 West Avenue K suite 123, Lancaster, CA, 93534 |
6619409300
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ACTON AGUA DULCE
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 33792 CROWN VALLEY RD., ACTON, CA, 93510 |
(661) 269-7101
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Lancaster Beauty School
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College Vocational | 8.6 mi away | 44646 N 10th Street West, Lancaster, CA, 93534 |
6619487204
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ANTELOPE VALLEY WEST BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 33792 CROWN VALLEY RD., ACTON, CA, 93510 |
(661) 269-7101
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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 PALMDALE, CA US, located 7.6 miles from ZCTA5 93551. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.5° | 34.7° | 47.1° | 1.43" | 0.0" |
| February | 62.9° | 37.4° | 50.2° | 1.84" | 0.0" |
| March | 69.2° | 41.6° | 55.4° | 1.08" | 0.0" |
| April | 75.4° | 45.8° | 60.6° | 0.39" | 0.0" |
| May | 82.7° | 53.3° | 68.0° | 0.11" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.6° | 60.6° | 76.1° | 0.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 97.6° | 67.5° | 82.6° | 0.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 97.6° | 66.3° | 82.0° | 0.04" | 0.0" |
| September | 92.5° | 60.4° | 76.4° | 0.14" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.8° | 50.1° | 65.5° | 0.40" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.7° | 39.5° | 53.6° | 0.40" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.1° | 34.2° | 46.2° | 1.30" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert View Highlands CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Leona Valley CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Quartz Hill CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Acton CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Palmdale city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Lancaster city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 93551. • 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.