ZIP Code 79609 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 79609 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
115.1
15% above US avgMedian Income$74,609
Median Home Value$380,800
Median Rent$2072/mo
Population34,609
Land Area8.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 79609
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+50% higher150
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 79609)
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 79609)
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: 8.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 79609
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 43° N, 109° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 79609
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 79609 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.