ZIP Code 98434 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 98434 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
81.8
18% below US avgMedian Income$93,434
Median Home Value$770,800
Median Rent$1472/mo
Population23,434
Land Area8.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 98434
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+6% higher106
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 98434)
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 98434)
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: 38 • Longitude: -104 • Area: 8.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 98434
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 38° N, 104° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 98434
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 98434 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.