ZIP Code 94608, California
ZIP Code 94608 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 94608 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alameda County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 34,395. The land area covers 2.75 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,395 | ±1,553 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16,568 | ±711 | 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 | 18,319 | ±774 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16,568 | ±711 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,751 | ±358 |
| Median Home Value | $849,600 | ±$34,718 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,661 | ±$118 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $120,239 | ±$7,015 |
| Per Capita Income | $76,394 | ±$4,808 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,878 | ±988 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 21,702 | ±1,111 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.8% | ±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 | 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 | 05-08 | Kentfield, 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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National Holistic Institute
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College Vocational | 0.4 mi away | 5900 Doyle Street, Emeryville, CA, 94608-2008 |
5105476442
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GOLDEN GATE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 5606 SAN PABLO AVE., OAKLAND, CA, 94608 |
(510) 597-5023
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Samuel Merritt University
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College | 1.7 mi away | 3100 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94609 |
8006076377
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TEMESCAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 5205 TELEGRAPH AVE., OAKLAND, CA, 94609 |
(510) 597-5049
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Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College-Berkeley
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College | 2.1 mi away | 2550 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA, 94704 |
5106668248123
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SOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1901 RUSSELL ST., BERKELEY, CA, 94703 |
(510) 981-6260
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Moler Barber College
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College Vocational | 2.2 mi away | 1440 7th Street, Oakland, CA, 94607 |
5106524177
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WEST OAKLAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1801 ADELINE ST., OAKLAND, CA, 94607 |
(510) 238-7352
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Reach University
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1221 Preservation Park Way, Oakland, CA, 94612-1278 |
5105015075
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ROCKRIDGE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 5366 COLLEGE AVE., OAKLAND, CA, 94618 |
(510) 597-5017
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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 3.0 miles from ZCTA5 94608. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emeryville city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Berkeley city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Piedmont city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Albany city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Kensington CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| El Cerrito city | City | 5.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 94608. • 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.