ZIP Code 98638 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 98638 (Los Angeles, CA).
ZIP COL Index Score
172.4
72% above US avgMedian Income$93,638
Median Home Value$415,600
Median Rent$3104/mo
Population23,638
Land Area17.5 sq mi
Time ZonePST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 98638
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to California state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+124% higher224
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 98638)
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 98638)
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: 42 • Longitude: -100 • Area: 17.5 sq miles
PST (Pacific Standard Time)
ZIP 98638
Los Angeles, California
Centroid: 42° N, 100° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 98638
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 98638 is located in Los Angeles, California (CA) in Los Angeles Metropolitan Area.