ZIP Code 94538, California
ZIP Code 94538 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 94538 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alameda County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 67,781. The land area covers 16.54 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67,781 | ±2,227 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 23,628 | ±746 | 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 | 24,854 | ±692 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 23,628 | ±746 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,226 | ±291 |
| Median Home Value | $1,136,600 | ±$21,127 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,860 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $147,301 | ±$6,972 |
| Per Capita Income | $63,191 | ±$2,622 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% | ±0.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,682 | ±623 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 36,798 | ±1,397 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.3% | ±1.1% |
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: 1,649,060 (2024)
ID: 123083
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ALAMEDA CO. BOARD OF SUPVRS 3RD DISTRICT
1221 OAK ST, STE 536, OAKLAND CA 94612-4224
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Cupertino, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Palo Alto, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | San Jose, 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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Unitek College
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College | 0.6 mi away | 4670 Auto Mall Pkwy, Fremont, CA, 94538 |
8887751514
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IRVINGTON LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 41825 GREENPARK DR., FREMONT, CA, 94538 |
(510) 795-2631
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San Francisco Bay University
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College | 1.9 mi away | 161 Mission Falls Lane, Fremont, CA, 94539 |
5108037328
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FREMONT MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 2400 STEVENSON BLVD., FREMONT, CA, 94538 |
(510) 745-1401
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Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Fremont
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College | 3.0 mi away | 420 Whitney Place, Fremont, CA, 94539 |
5105539600
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ALAMEDA COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 2450 STEVENSON BLVD., FREMONT, CA, 94538 |
(510) 745-1477
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Ohlone College
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College | 3.2 mi away | 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont, CA, 94539-0390 |
5106596000
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ALAMEDA COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 2450 STEVENSON BLVD., FREMONT, CA, 94538 |
(510) 745-1477
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University of Silicon Andhra
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College | 4.0 mi away | 1521 California Circle, Milpitas, CA, 95035 |
8448728680
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NEWARK LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 37055 NEWARK BLVD., NEWARK, CA, 94560 |
(510) 795-2627
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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 NEWARK, CA US, located 4.3 miles from ZCTA5 94538. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.1° | 42.8° | 50.4° | 2.77" | 0.0" |
| February | 61.2° | 45.5° | 53.3° | 2.82" | 0.0" |
| March | 64.5° | 47.7° | 56.1° | 2.17" | 0.0" |
| April | 67.1° | 49.8° | 58.5° | 1.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 70.6° | 53.4° | 62.0° | 0.47" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.0° | 56.1° | 65.5° | 0.17" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.0° | 57.6° | 67.3° | 0.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.3° | 58.2° | 67.8° | 0.02" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.4° | 57.5° | 67.5° | 0.09" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.4° | 53.8° | 63.6° | 0.65" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.8° | 47.3° | 56.0° | 1.38" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.4° | 42.6° | 50.5° | 2.76" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fremont city | City | 1.0 mi | — |
| Newark city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Milpitas city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Sunol CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Union City city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| Sunnyvale city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 94538. • 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.