ZIP Code 92142 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 92142 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
85.3
15% below US avgMedian Income$87,142
Median Home Value$420,400
Median Rent$1536/mo
Population17,142
Land Area16.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
AdvertisementSlot #zip-header-leaderboard
Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 92142
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+11% higher111
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 92142)
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 92142)
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: 16.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 92142
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 36° N, 116° W
AdvertisementSlot #zip-mid-rectangle
Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 92142
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 92142 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.