ZIP Code 78909 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 78909 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
70.7
29% below US avgMedian Income$73,909
Median Home Value$740,800
Median Rent$1272/mo
Population33,909
Land Area13.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 78909
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
-8% lower92
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 78909)
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 78909)
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: 43 • Longitude: -109 • Area: 13.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 78909
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 43° N, 109° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 78909
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 78909 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.