ZIP Code 98143 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 98143 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
85.8
14% below US avgMedian Income$93,143
Median Home Value$421,600
Median Rent$1544/mo
Population23,143
Land Area17.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 98143
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+12% higher112
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 98143)
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 98143)
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: 37 • Longitude: -115 • Area: 17.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 98143
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 37° N, 115° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 98143
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 98143 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.