California City ZIP Codes — Kern County, CA

There are 2 unique ZIP codes in California City, California. Area code: 760/661/442.

ZIP codes

65.00

sq mi land

0.06

sq mi water

760/661/442

area code

California City, CA ZIP code map

About California City, CA

California City, CA, is a unique and growing community located in the southern part of California. Surrounded by the Mojave Desert, it offers a blend of natural beauty and urban development. With a single ZIP code of 93505, it serves as a hub of activity in Kern County.

Location & geography

California City is situated approximately 60 miles northeast of Los Angeles and is bordered by the Mojave Desert. Nearby cities include Lancaster, about 30 miles to the southwest, and Ridgecrest, which lies around 24 miles to the northeast. The city covers a sprawling land area of 65.00 square miles with a minuscule water area of 0.06 square miles.

Community & economy

The character of California City can be described as friendly and community-oriented, with a mix of residential and commercial growth. Key industries in the area include construction, manufacturing, and service businesses that support the local economy. Daily life here is marked by a close-knit atmosphere, with residents enjoying local parks and recreational facilities.

Transportation

California City is conveniently accessed via California State Route 14, which connects residents to major highways and other cities. The nearest major airport is the Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, located approximately 70 miles southwest of the city. Public transportation options are limited, making personal vehicles the primary mode of transit.

History

Founded in the 1950s, California City was developed as an ambitious project in the desert, intended to be a significant urban center. The city's growth was initially driven by the development of planned communities and residential projects, with a focus on attracting new residents. Over the years, California City has adapted to the economic changes in the region, maintaining its role as a unique destination in Kern County.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about California City is that it contains an airport within its limits, the California City Airport, which caters to private and general aviation. Additionally, the city has a robust network of planned communities, making it one of the larger cities in the area despite its relatively small population.

ZIP codes for California City, CA (2)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
93504	California City	Kern	View map
93505	California City	Kern	View map

Demographics & statistics

14,952

Population

34.4

Median age

$55,282

Median household income

$22,946

Per capita income

$217,000

Median home value

$950

Median monthly rent

60.1%

Home ownership

23.3%

Poverty rate

17.0%

Unemployment

3,503

Housing units

10.1%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

490

Under 5

360

617

5–9

454

625

10–14

459

603

15–19

443

525

20–24

386

1,561

25–34

1,148

1,487

35–44

1,094

840

45–54

617

367

55–59

270

509

60–64

374

697

65–74

512

222

75–84

164

85+

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	3,467	23.2%
18 and over	11,485	76.8%
65 and over	1,723	11.5%
Median age	34.4 years

Race & ethnicity

White 35.2%

Black or African American 19.3%

Hispanic or Latino 19%

Other race 11.9%

Two or more races 11.2%

American Indian / Alaska Native 1.9%

Asian 1.4%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	6,493	35.2%
Black or African American	3,566	19.3%
Hispanic or Latino	3,513	19%
Other race	2,196	11.9%
Two or more races	2,072	11.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native	354	1.9%
Asian	257	1.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	14	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 8.5%

$10k–$15k 8.4%

$15k–$25k 8.3%

$25k–$35k 11.0%

$35k–$50k 11.0%

$50k–$75k 21.0%

$75k–$100k 7.8%

$100k–$150k 13.0%

$150k–$200k 5.0%

$200k+ 6.0%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	8.5%
$10k–$15k	8.4%
$15k–$25k	8.3%
$25k–$35k	11.0%
$35k–$50k	11.0%
$50k–$75k	21.0%
$75k–$100k	7.8%
$100k–$150k	13.0%
$150k–$200k	5.0%
$200k+	6.0%
Median income	$55,282

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 2.7%

$50k–$100k 4.9%

$100k–$150k 15.9%

$150k–$200k 18.8%

$200k–$300k 42.4%

$300k–$500k 12.4%

$500k–$1M 2.4%

$1M+ 0.5%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$217,000
Median rent / month	$950
Owner occupied	60.1%
Renter occupied	39.9%
Vacant	14.9%
Single-family detached	77.0%
Large apartment buildings	3.7%
Mobile homes	3.9%
Median rooms	5.5
Avg household size (owned)	2.86

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.0%
2010–2019	3.6%
2000–2009	27.6%
1990–1999	21.9%
1980–1989	25.7%
1970–1979	7.8%
1960–1969	9.9%
1950–1959	0.8%
1940–1949	2.6%
1939 or earlier	0.0%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	1.7%
1 bedroom	4.7%
2 bedrooms	18.1%
3 bedrooms	58.7%
4 bedrooms	15.1%
5+ bedrooms	1.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	6.1%
1 vehicle	33.1%
2 vehicles	27.8%
3 or more	33.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	64.1%
Electricity	17.2%
Propane / LP gas	11.3%
Wood	2.4%
Solar	0.7%
No fuel used	1.7%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	1,873	41.5%
Cohabiting couple	397	8.8%
Male householder, no spouse	1,162	25.8%
Female householder, no spouse	1,077	23.9%
Households with children under 18	1,756	38.9%
Households with seniors (65+)	1,394	30.9%
Average household size	2.86

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	45.5%	33.1%
Married	37.8%	45.6%
Separated	2.7%	1.3%
Widowed	1.7%	5.7%
Divorced	12.3%	14.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 8.1%

Some HS, no diploma 14.4%

HS graduate 35.0%

Some college, no degree 23.9%

Associate's degree 8.6%

Bachelor's degree 7.0%

Graduate / professional 3.1%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	77.6%
Bachelor's or higher	10.1%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	256	6.5%
Kindergarten	126	3.2%
Elementary school	1,731	44.3%
High school	872	22.3%
College / grad school	925	23.7%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 21.1%

Public administration 18.3%

Retail trade 11.3%

Manufacturing 9.9%

Arts, food & hospitality 8.9%

Professional & management 6.6%

Agriculture & mining 6.2%

Other services 5.4%

Transportation & utilities 4.2%

Construction 3.1%

Finance & real estate 3.0%

Wholesale trade 1.6%

Information 0.3%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	29.9%
Service	24.9%
Sales & office	21.1%
Natural resources & construction	11.0%
Production & transportation	13.2%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	63.0%
Government	32.0%
Self-employed	4.4%
Unpaid family workers	0.5%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	73.5%
Carpool	12.9%
Public transit	0.0%
Walk	0.4%
Other means	2.5%
Avg commute (minutes)	43.3

Poverty

All people 23.3%

Under 18 years 34.3%

18 and over 19.3%

Married-couple families 11.6%

Female-led households 40.4%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	28.8%
Retirement income	20.4%
Supplemental Security	14.8%
Cash public assistance	14.3%
Food stamps / SNAP	21.2%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	29.2%
High cholesterol	29.5%
Heart disease	5.8%
Stroke	3.1%
Asthma	10.2%
Arthritis	19.6%
Kidney disease	3.0%
Pulmonary disease	7.0%
Cancer	4.6%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	19.0%
No physical activity	26.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	36.4%
Fair or poor health	20.1%
Poor mental health	16.8%
Poor physical health	12.4%
No health insurance	19.9%
Visited doctor (checkup)	66.3%
Visited dentist	53.3%
Cholesterol screening	87.4%
Teeth loss	16.9%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	1,087	9.5%

Disability	%
Any disability	21.9%
Under 18	14.2%
18–64 years	21.3%
65 and over	39.9%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	53.2%
Public insurance	53.7%
Uninsured under 19	0.6%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	14,102	94.3%
Spanish	1,425	10.1%
Other Indo-European	1,272	9.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander	72	0.5%
Other languages	71	0.5%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	13,167	88.1%
Born in same state	13,005	87.0%
Born in different state	10,296	68.9%
Foreign born	162	1.1%
Naturalized citizen	1,785	11.9%
Not a US citizen	960	53.8%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	740	4.9%
French	459	3.1%
Arab	454	3%
Polish	88	0.6%

Ancestry	Count	%
Dutch	86	0.6%
German	49	0.3%
Irish	34	0.2%
English	15	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	30.2%
Internet access	92.3%

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

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does California City, CA have?

California City, CA has one ZIP code: 93505. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.