ZIP Code 98300 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 98300 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
155.6
56% above US avgMedian Income$93,300
Median Home Value$610,000
Median Rent$2800/mo
Population23,300
Land Area9.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 98300
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+102% higher202
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 98300)
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 98300)
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: 34 • Longitude: -118 • Area: 9.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 98300
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 34° N, 118° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 98300
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 98300 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.