ZIP Code 98159 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 98159 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
92.9
7% below US avgMedian Income$93,159
Median Home Value$440,800
Median Rent$1672/mo
Population23,159
Land Area18.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 98159
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+21% higher121
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 98159)
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 98159)
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: 18.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 98159
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 43° N, 99° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 98159
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 98159 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.