Huntington Beach ZIP Code List — Orange County, CA

There are 6 unique ZIP codes in Huntington Beach, California. Area code: 657/714/562.

ZIP codes

29.28

sq mi land

3.49

sq mi water

657/714/562

area code

Huntington Beach, CA ZIP code map

About Huntington Beach, CA

Huntington Beach, California, is a vibrant coastal city known for its beautiful beaches and surf culture. This popular destination in Orange County attracts a diverse population with its warm climate and outdoor recreational opportunities. With four ZIP codes including 92646, 92647, 92648, and 92649, Huntington Beach is a hub for both residents and visitors alike.

Location & geography

Located in Southern California, Huntington Beach is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west, offering stunning ocean views and beach access. Nearby cities include Westminster to the north at approximately 4 miles, Costa Mesa to the east around 5 miles away, and Seal Beach to the south, just about 5 miles from the city center. The land area of Huntington Beach spans 29.28 square miles, complemented by a water area of 3.49 square miles, creating a beautiful coastal landscape.

Community & economy

Huntington Beach boasts a laid-back and friendly atmosphere that reflects its beach-town character. The local economy thrives on tourism, with many residents working in industries related to hospitality, retail, and recreational services. Daily life in Huntington Beach revolves around outdoor activities, with many locals and visitors alike enjoying surfing, biking, and beach volleyball.

Transportation

Huntington Beach is well-connected by major highways, including the 405 Freeway, which provides easy access to surrounding areas. The closest airports are John Wayne Airport, located about 10 miles away, and Long Beach Airport, approximately 12 miles to the northwest. Public transportation options are available, facilitating travel within the city and to nearby regions.

History

Huntington Beach was founded in the late 19th century and quickly developed as a seaside resort town, thanks to its favorable climate and scenic coastline. Historically, the city has been known for its oil industry, which played a significant role in its growth during the early 20th century. A notable event in its history is the establishment of the first Surf City USA surf contest in 1993, solidifying its reputation as a surfing haven.

Did you know?

A surprising fact about Huntington Beach is that it hosts the largest surf competition in the world, attracting surfers from across the globe. Additionally, the city is often referred to as 'Surf City USA' due to its rich surfing heritage and vibrant beach lifestyle.

ZIP codes for Huntington Beach, CA (6)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
92605	Huntington Beach	Orange	View map
92615	Huntington Beach	Orange	View map
92646	Huntington Beach	Orange	View map
92647	Huntington Beach	Orange	View map
92648	Huntington Beach	Orange	View map
92649	Huntington Beach	Orange	View map

Demographics & statistics

197,020

Population

43.0

Median age

$115,418

Median household income

$60,543

Per capita income

$1,006,250

Median home value

$2,334

Median monthly rent

55.6%

Home ownership

7.1%

Poverty rate

5.4%

Unemployment

47,264

Housing units

47.2%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

4,639

Under 5

4,635

4,500

5–9

4,497

5,052

10–14

5,049

5,593

15–19

5,588

5,766

20–24

5,762

14,004

25–34

13,994

12,057

35–44

12,048

13,855

45–54

13,845

7,720

55–59

7,714

6,995

60–64

6,990

10,606

65–74

10,598

5,639

75–84

5,634

2,121

85+

2,119

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	35,265	17.7%
18 and over	161,755	82.4%
65 and over	36,717	19.0%
Median age	43.0 years

Race & ethnicity

White 57.6%

Hispanic or Latino 12.3%

Asian 11%

Two or more races 10.5%

Other race 6.6%

Black or African American 1.1%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.4%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.4%

Group	Count	%
White	129,503	57.6%
Hispanic or Latino	27,752	12.3%
Asian	24,678	11%
Two or more races	23,662	10.5%
Other race	14,930	6.6%
Black or African American	2,415	1.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	954	0.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native	878	0.4%

Household income

Under $10k 2.8%

$10k–$15k 2.2%

$15k–$25k 3.9%

$25k–$35k 4.3%

$35k–$50k 6.2%

$50k–$75k 11.1%

$75k–$100k 12.3%

$100k–$150k 21.0%

$150k–$200k 13.2%

$200k+ 23.2%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	2.8%
$10k–$15k	2.2%
$15k–$25k	3.9%
$25k–$35k	4.3%
$35k–$50k	6.2%
$50k–$75k	11.1%
$75k–$100k	12.3%
$100k–$150k	21.0%
$150k–$200k	13.2%
$200k+	23.2%
Median income	$115,418

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.8%

$50k–$100k 2.3%

$100k–$150k 1.4%

$150k–$200k 0.8%

$200k–$300k 1.2%

$300k–$500k 4.7%

$500k–$1M 40.0%

$1M+ 47.8%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$1,006,250
Median rent / month	$2,334
Owner occupied	55.6%
Renter occupied	44.4%
Vacant	5.0%
Single-family detached	46.5%
Large apartment buildings	13.6%
Mobile homes	3.5%
Median rooms	5.2
Avg household size (owned)	2.58

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.1%
2010–2019	4.9%
2000–2009	4.4%
1990–1999	6.7%
1980–1989	13.9%
1970–1979	29.7%
1960–1969	33.4%
1950–1959	4.9%
1940–1949	0.9%
1939 or earlier	1.1%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	2.5%
1 bedroom	12.6%
2 bedrooms	29.0%
3 bedrooms	30.3%
4 bedrooms	20.9%
5+ bedrooms	4.8%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	3.3%
1 vehicle	30.7%
2 vehicles	41.0%
3 or more	25.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	73.2%
Electricity	20.3%
Propane / LP gas	1.6%
Fuel oil	0.1%
Solar	0.3%
No fuel used	4.3%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	37,183	48.2%
Cohabiting couple	6,086	7.9%
Male householder, no spouse	14,260	18.2%
Female householder, no spouse	19,808	25.8%
Households with children under 18	19,528	25.0%
Households with seniors (65+)	25,579	33.4%
Average household size	2.52

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	36.7%	31.7%
Married	49.9%	46.6%
Separated	1.3%	1.2%
Widowed	2.0%	7.3%
Divorced	10.1%	13.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.8%

Some HS, no diploma 3.5%

HS graduate 15.8%

Some college, no degree 21.6%

Associate's degree 9.1%

Bachelor's degree 29.2%

Graduate / professional 18.0%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	93.7%
Bachelor's or higher	47.2%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	2,558	5.7%
Kindergarten	2,167	4.8%
Elementary school	14,817	33.1%
High school	9,108	20.4%
College / grad school	15,913	36.1%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 21.2%

Professional & management 14.4%

Manufacturing 10.4%

Retail trade 10.0%

Arts, food & hospitality 9.6%

Finance & real estate 8.7%

Construction 5.5%

Other services 5.3%

Transportation & utilities 4.3%

Wholesale trade 4.0%

Public administration 3.8%

Information 2.4%

Agriculture & mining 0.4%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	51.3%
Service	14.6%
Sales & office	21.1%
Natural resources & construction	5.1%
Production & transportation	8.0%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	78.8%
Government	13.4%
Self-employed	7.6%
Unpaid family workers	0.2%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	73.4%
Carpool	6.6%
Public transit	0.5%
Walk	1.5%
Other means	1.4%
Avg commute (minutes)	29.9

Poverty

All people 7.1%

Under 18 years 7.7%

18 and over 7.0%

Married-couple families 2.6%

Female-led households 12.4%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	30.0%
Retirement income	24.1%
Supplemental Security	3.8%
Cash public assistance	2.6%
Food stamps / SNAP	5.1%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	26.3%
High cholesterol	32.4%
Heart disease	5.0%
Stroke	2.4%
Asthma	9.3%
Arthritis	20.4%
Kidney disease	2.5%
Pulmonary disease	5.3%
Cancer	6.2%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	17.5%
No physical activity	17.1%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	30.0%
Fair or poor health	11.3%
Poor mental health	13.0%
Poor physical health	8.7%
No health insurance	9.1%
Visited doctor (checkup)	65.5%
Visited dentist	71.4%
Cholesterol screening	92.0%
Teeth loss	8.0%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	8,940	5.7%

Disability	%
Any disability	10.0%
Under 18	4.2%
18–64 years	7.1%
65 and over	25.6%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	76.0%
Public insurance	31.5%
Uninsured under 19	3.6%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	187,746	95.3%
Spanish	13,674	7.0%
Other Indo-European	4,199	2.1%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,735	0.9%
Other languages	7,230	3.8%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	164,906	84.0%
Born in same state	161,363	82.2%
Born in different state	117,879	60.0%
Foreign born	3,543	1.8%
Naturalized citizen	32,114	16.0%
Not a US citizen	21,340	69.0%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	22,148	11.2%
Italian	20,638	10.5%
Arab	5,678	2.9%
Polish	3,090	1.6%
English	2,769	1.4%

Ancestry	Count	%
Irish	1,090	0.6%
German	910	0.5%
Dutch	816	0.4%
Norwegian	379	0.2%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	39.7%
Internet access	97.7%

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

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Huntington Beach, CA have?

Huntington Beach, CA has 4 ZIP codes: 92646, 92647, 92648, 92649. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Huntington Beach, CA?

The primary ZIP code for Huntington Beach, CA is 92646. The city uses area code 714 or 562 for phone service.

What county is Huntington Beach, CA in?

Huntington Beach is located in Orange County, California.

How many ZIP codes are in Huntington Beach, CA?

Huntington Beach, CA has 4 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code covers downtown Huntington Beach and the Pier area?

Downtown Huntington Beach and the iconic Huntington Beach Pier are located in ZIP code 92648, which encompasses the central coastal district of the city.

Which ZIP codes serve the Huntington Beach High School area and surrounding neighborhoods?

Huntington Beach High School and its nearby residential neighborhoods are primarily served by ZIP codes 92647 and 92648, covering the central and eastern portions of the city.