ZIP Code 79840 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 79840 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
84.4
16% below US avgMedian Income$74,840
Median Home Value$658,000
Median Rent$1520/mo
Population34,840
Land Area14.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 79840
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+10% higher110
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 79840)
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 79840)
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: 34 • Longitude: -118 • Area: 14.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 79840
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 34° N, 118° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 79840
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 79840 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.