ZIP Code 79245 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 79245 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
86.7
13% below US avgMedian Income$74,245
Median Home Value$544,000
Median Rent$1560/mo
Population34,245
Land Area4.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 79245
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+13% higher113
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 79245)
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 79245)
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: 39 • Longitude: -113 • Area: 4.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 79245
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 39° N, 113° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 79245
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 79245 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.