ZIP Code 93940, California
ZIP Code 93940 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 93940 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Monterey County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 30,605. The land area covers 35.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,605 | ±580 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,028 | ±491 | 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 | 15,764 | ±484 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,028 | ±491 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,736 | ±329 |
| Median Home Value | $1,099,300 | ±$36,045 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,364 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $106,044 | ±$8,317 |
| Per Capita Income | $70,882 | ±$5,460 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,796 | ±706 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.7% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,490 | ±655 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95% | ±1.4% |
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: 436,251 (2024)
ID: 100633
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
168 W ALISAL ST, 3RD FL, SALINAS CA 93901-2439
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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 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Salinas, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-06 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Monterey, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Monterey, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | M | Carmel Valley, 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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Naval Postgraduate School
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College | 4.3 mi away | 1 University Circle, Monterey, CA, 93943 |
8316562442
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SEASIDE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 550 HARCOURT AVE., SEASIDE, CA, 93955 |
(831) 899-8222
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Monterey Peninsula College
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College | 4.6 mi away | 980 Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940-4799 |
8316464000
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MONTEREY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 625 PACIFIC ST., MONTEREY, CA, 93940 |
(831) 646-3933
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Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
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College | 5.5 mi away | 460 Pierce Street, Monterey, CA, 93940 |
831647410051355
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MONTEREY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 625 PACIFIC ST., MONTEREY, CA, 93940 |
(831) 646-3710
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California State University-Monterey Bay
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College | 6.3 mi away | 100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA, 93955-8001 |
8315823000
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PARK BRANCH LIBRARY - HARRISON MEMORIAL
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Library | 6.2 mi away | MISSION & SIXTH ST., CARMEL, CA, 93921 |
(831) 624-4664
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Hartnell College
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College | 11.2 mi away | 411 Central Avenue, Salinas, CA, 93901 |
8317556700
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HARRISON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | OCEAN AVE. & LINCOLN BLVD., CARMEL, CA, 93921 |
(831) 624-4629
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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 MONTEREY PENINSUL AP, CA US, located 2.7 miles from ZCTA5 93940. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.6° | 43.3° | 52.5° | 3.49" | — |
| February | 62.1° | 45.2° | 53.6° | 3.03" | — |
| March | 62.5° | 45.9° | 54.2° | 2.80" | — |
| April | 63.3° | 47.4° | 55.3° | 1.03" | — |
| May | 65.4° | 49.9° | 57.7° | 0.51" | — |
| June | 67.9° | 52.2° | 60.1° | 0.13" | — |
| July | 68.9° | 54.2° | 61.6° | 0.02" | — |
| August | 70.0° | 55.0° | 62.5° | 0.02" | — |
| September | 70.9° | 53.8° | 62.4° | 0.07" | — |
| October | 69.8° | 50.8° | 60.3° | 0.86" | — |
| November | 65.2° | 45.8° | 55.5° | 1.45" | — |
| December | 61.6° | 42.7° | 52.1° | 2.83" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Rey Oaks city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Seaside city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Sand City city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Monterey city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Carmel Valley Village CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Carmel-by-the-Sea city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 93940. • 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.