ZIP Code 88159 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 88159 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
181.8
82% above US avgMedian Income$83,159
Median Home Value$440,800
Median Rent$3272/mo
Population43,159
Land Area8.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 88159
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+136% higher236
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 88159)
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 88159)
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: -99 • Area: 8.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 88159
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 43° N, 99° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 88159
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 88159 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.