ZIP Code 79102 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 79102 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
156.4
56% above US avgMedian Income$74,102
Median Home Value$372,400
Median Rent$2816/mo
Population34,102
Land Area11.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 79102
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+103% higher203
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 79102)
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 79102)
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: 36 • Longitude: -116 • Area: 11.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 79102
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 36° N, 116° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 79102
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 79102 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.