ZIP Code 78896 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 78896 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
198.2
98% above US avgMedian Income$73,896
Median Home Value$725,200
Median Rent$3568/mo
Population33,896
Land Area15.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 78896
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+158% higher258
Food & Groceries
+3% higher102.5
Utilities & Internet
-2% lower98.4
Transportation & Gas
+4% higher104.2
Healthcare Services
+1% higher101
Education & Schools
On average100
Local Amenities & Nearby Infrastructure (ZIP 78896)
Top Nearby Schools
- •Los Angeles Community High School
- •Los Angeles Elementary
Nearby Hospitals & Health
- •Los Angeles Regional Medical Center
Nearby Airports
- •Los Angeles International Airport
Tax Structure (ZIP 78896)
Property Tax Rate:1.25%
Combined Sales Tax:7.5%
State Income Tax:5.5%
Climate & Environment
Climate Profile:Temperate Continental
Average Rainfall:32 inches/yr
Average Snowfall:0 inches/yr
Geographic Boundary & Centroid Map
Latitude: 40 • Longitude: -102 • Area: 15.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 78896
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 40° N, 102° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 78896
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 78896 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.