ZIP Code 98253 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 98253 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
134.7
35% above US avgMedian Income$93,253
Median Home Value$553,600
Median Rent$2424/mo
Population23,253
Land Area7.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 98253
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+75% higher175
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 98253)
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 98253)
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: -105 • Area: 7.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 98253
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 37° N, 105° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 98253
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 98253 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.