ZIP Code 94606, California
ZIP Code 94606 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 94606 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alameda County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 39,966. The land area covers 2.33 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39,966 | ±1,802 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,337 | ±660 | 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 | 17,905 | ±555 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,337 | ±660 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,568 | ±307 |
| Median Home Value | $802,700 | ±$42,663 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,873 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,470 | ±$6,459 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,756 | ±$2,468 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.4% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 6,886 | ±985 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 22,400 | ±1,288 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.3% | ±2.4% |
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: 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 | Oakland, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Oakland, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Oakland, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Oakland, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Oakland, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | San Francisco, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Walnut Creek, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lafayette, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Oakland, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Alameda, 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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Peralta Community College System Office
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College | 0.9 mi away | 333 E Eighth St, Oakland, CA, 94606 |
5104667200
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BERNARD E. WITKIN ALAMEDA COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 125 TWELFTH ST., OAKLAND, CA, 94607 |
(510) 208-4800
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Laney College
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College | 1.1 mi away | 900 Fallon Sreet, Oakland, CA, 94607 |
5108345740
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LAKEVIEW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 550 EL EMBARCADERO, OAKLAND, CA, 94610 |
(510) 238-7344
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University of California-System Administration Central Office
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College | 1.7 mi away | 1111 Franklin St, Oakland, CA, 94607-5200 |
5109870700
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OAKLAND MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 125 14TH ST., OAKLAND, CA, 94612 |
(510) 238-3134
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Lincoln University
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College | 1.7 mi away | 401 15th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612-2801 |
5106288010
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CESAR E. CHAVEZ BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 3301 E. 12TH STREET, OAKLAND, CA, 94601 |
(510) 535-5620
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Starr King School for the Ministry
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College | 1.7 mi away | 414 13th St., Suite 700, Oakland, CA, 94612 |
5108456232
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ASIAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 388 9TH ST., SUITE 190, OAKLAND, CA, 94607 |
(510) 238-3400
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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 OAKLAND MUSEUM, CA US, located 1.2 miles from ZCTA5 94606. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.8° | 45.1° | 52.5° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| February | 62.4° | 47.1° | 54.7° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| March | 64.7° | 48.7° | 56.7° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| April | 66.8° | 50.3° | 58.5° | 1.37" | 0.0" |
| May | 68.6° | 52.9° | 60.8° | 0.75" | 0.0" |
| June | 71.8° | 55.0° | 63.4° | 0.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 71.6° | 56.6° | 64.1° | 0.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 72.8° | 57.6° | 65.2° | 0.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.6° | 57.2° | 65.9° | 0.10" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.7° | 54.6° | 63.7° | 1.13" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.8° | 49.4° | 57.6° | 2.44" | 0.0" |
| December | 59.7° | 45.1° | 52.4° | 4.66" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland city | City | 1.8 mi | — |
| Piedmont city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Alameda city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Emeryville city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Berkeley city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Orinda city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 94606. • 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.