Buena Park ZIP Code List — Orange County, CA

There are 4 unique ZIP codes in Buena Park, California. Area code: 714/657.

ZIP codes

10.56

sq mi land

0.03

sq mi water

714/657

area code

Buena Park, CA ZIP code map

About Buena Park, CA

Buena Park, California, is a vibrant city located in Orange County. Known for its family-friendly attractions and diverse community, it attracts visitors year-round. The city features a rich blend of residential neighborhoods and commercial areas, making it a desirable place to live and work.

Location & geography

Buena Park is situated in the heart of Orange County, approximately 20 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles. It is adjacent to several neighboring cities, including Fullerton to the north (about 3 miles away), Cypress to the southwest (around 3 miles), and Anaheim to the east (approximately 4 miles). The city covers a land area of 10.56 square miles and has a modest water area of 0.03 square miles.

Community & economy

The character of Buena Park is defined by its strong sense of community and cultural diversity. Major industries in the area include tourism, retail, and entertainment, with attractions like Knott's Berry Farm drawing visitors from all over. Daily life in Buena Park is enhanced by numerous parks, shopping centers, and dining options that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences.

Transportation

Buena Park is well-connected via several major highways, including the Santa Ana Freeway (Interstate 5) and the Garden Grove Freeway (State Route 22). The nearest airports are John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana and Long Beach Airport, both providing convenient access for travelers. Public transit options include bus services that link Buena Park to surrounding areas and urban centers.

History

Buena Park was founded in 1887 and has since developed into a prominent city in Orange County. Originally an agricultural region, it transitioned into a thriving hub for tourism and entertainment, particularly with the establishment of Knott's Berry Farm in the early 20th century. Over the years, Buena Park has hosted numerous significant events that have shaped its cultural landscape.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Buena Park is that it is home to the famous Knott's Berry Farm, which started as a small berry farm and has evolved into a large amusement park. Additionally, the city is known for holding the annual Buena Park Historical Society's Heritage Festival, celebrating its rich past.

ZIP codes for Buena Park, CA (4)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
90620	Buena Park	Orange	View map
90621	Buena Park	Orange	View map
90622	Buena Park	Orange	View map
90624	Buena Park	Orange	View map

Demographics & statistics

83,193

Population

37.1

Median age

$103,870

Median household income

$38,026

Per capita income

$712,800

Median home value

$2,067

Median monthly rent

55.2%

Home ownership

9.1%

Poverty rate

5.6%

Unemployment

14,386

Housing units

31.4%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

2,397

Under 5

2,387

2,453

5–9

2,443

3,082

10–14

3,069

2,010

15–19

2,000

3,123

20–24

3,109

6,564

25–34

6,535

5,825

35–44

5,798

4,822

45–54

4,801

2,532

55–59

2,520

3,143

60–64

3,129

3,452

65–74

3,436

1,460

75–84

1,453

827

85+

823

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	18,242	22.0%
18 and over	64,951	78.1%
65 and over	11,451	13.6%
Median age	37.1 years

Race & ethnicity

White 31.2%

Asian 26.8%

Hispanic or Latino 18.2%

Other race 10.5%

Two or more races 10.3%

Black or African American 1.9%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.7%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.3%

Group	Count	%
White	31,770	31.2%
Asian	27,238	26.8%
Hispanic or Latino	18,570	18.2%
Other race	10,693	10.5%
Two or more races	10,475	10.3%
Black or African American	1,935	1.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native	737	0.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	345	0.3%

Household income

Under $10k 3.2%

$10k–$15k 2.0%

$15k–$25k 2.7%

$25k–$35k 4.7%

$35k–$50k 8.5%

$50k–$75k 14.0%

$75k–$100k 14.3%

$100k–$150k 21.4%

$150k–$200k 14.2%

$200k+ 15.4%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	3.2%
$10k–$15k	2.0%
$15k–$25k	2.7%
$25k–$35k	4.7%
$35k–$50k	8.5%
$50k–$75k	14.0%
$75k–$100k	14.3%
$100k–$150k	21.4%
$150k–$200k	14.2%
$200k+	15.4%
Median income	$103,870

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 2.8%

$50k–$100k 1.6%

$100k–$150k 0.5%

$150k–$200k 0.4%

$200k–$300k 0.9%

$300k–$500k 6.2%

$500k–$1M 76.8%

$1M+ 11.0%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$712,800
Median rent / month	$2,067
Owner occupied	55.2%
Renter occupied	44.9%
Vacant	2.7%
Single-family detached	55.9%
Large apartment buildings	12.5%
Mobile homes	1.9%
Median rooms	5.0
Avg household size (owned)	3.35

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.1%
2010–2019	3.9%
2000–2009	5.6%
1990–1999	5.6%
1980–1989	7.7%
1970–1979	19.4%
1960–1969	19.1%
1950–1959	33.5%
1940–1949	3.6%
1939 or earlier	1.7%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	4.0%
1 bedroom	7.6%
2 bedrooms	27.4%
3 bedrooms	36.7%
4 bedrooms	21.5%
5+ bedrooms	3.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	4.0%
1 vehicle	22.2%
2 vehicles	39.3%
3 or more	34.7%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	66.5%
Electricity	24.9%
Propane / LP gas	2.7%
Wood	0.1%
Solar	1.1%
No fuel used	4.7%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	14,313	58.7%
Cohabiting couple	1,745	7.5%
Male householder, no spouse	2,994	12.7%
Female householder, no spouse	5,063	21.2%
Households with children under 18	8,788	36.3%
Households with seniors (65+)	7,629	31.3%
Average household size	3.40

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	40.6%	32.9%
Married	49.3%	47.0%
Separated	1.5%	2.8%
Widowed	1.4%	8.2%
Divorced	7.3%	9.3%

Education

Less than 9th grade 7.4%

Some HS, no diploma 7.2%

HS graduate 22.3%

Some college, no degree 23.2%

Associate's degree 8.5%

Bachelor's degree 22.2%

Graduate / professional 9.3%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	85.4%
Bachelor's or higher	31.4%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	1,222	5.6%
Kindergarten	1,034	4.8%
Elementary school	8,665	39.4%
High school	3,653	16.9%
College / grad school	7,337	33.6%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 23.6%

Manufacturing 11.6%

Retail trade 11.2%

Arts, food & hospitality 10.7%

Professional & management 10.3%

Finance & real estate 7.2%

Transportation & utilities 6.0%

Construction 5.3%

Other services 4.6%

Wholesale trade 4.3%

Public administration 3.3%

Information 1.4%

Agriculture & mining 0.7%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	39.2%
Service	17.5%
Sales & office	23.8%
Natural resources & construction	6.3%
Production & transportation	13.4%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	80.8%
Government	11.6%
Self-employed	7.4%
Unpaid family workers	0.3%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	76.8%
Carpool	10.5%
Public transit	2.0%
Walk	0.7%
Other means	1.5%
Avg commute (minutes)	29.6

Poverty

All people 9.1%

Under 18 years 11.1%

18 and over 8.5%

Married-couple families 5.3%

Female-led households 12.4%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	26.8%
Retirement income	18.1%
Supplemental Security	4.8%
Cash public assistance	3.1%
Food stamps / SNAP	9.9%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	26.0%
High cholesterol	30.8%
Heart disease	4.7%
Stroke	2.4%
Asthma	9.0%
Arthritis	18.0%
Kidney disease	2.5%
Pulmonary disease	5.0%
Cancer	4.6%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	15.2%
No physical activity	23.6%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	32.8%
Fair or poor health	15.1%
Poor mental health	13.5%
Poor physical health	9.7%
No health insurance	15.2%
Visited doctor (checkup)	64.2%
Visited dentist	62.4%
Cholesterol screening	89.5%
Teeth loss	10.7%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	2,266	3.4%

Disability	%
Any disability	10.6%
Under 18	3.7%
18–64 years	8.1%
65 and over	33.8%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	64.4%
Public insurance	35.3%
Uninsured under 19	3.9%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	78,409	94.3%
Spanish	16,578	21.5%
Other Indo-European	6,636	8.7%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,055	1.3%
Other languages	8,552	11.2%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	54,099	64.5%
Born in same state	52,803	63.0%
Born in different state	45,447	54.3%
Foreign born	1,296	1.5%
Naturalized citizen	29,094	35.5%
Not a US citizen	18,860	64.8%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Arab	4,969	6%
Italian	2,827	3.4%
French	2,365	2.8%
English	630	0.8%
German	400	0.5%

Ancestry	Count	%
Polish	249	0.3%
Dutch	145	0.2%
Norwegian	50	0.1%
Irish	15	0%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	29.1%
Internet access	97.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Buena Park, CA have?

Buena Park, CA has two ZIP codes: 90620 and 90621. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.