Redwood City ZIP Codes — San Mateo County, CA

There are 5 unique ZIP codes in Redwood City, California. Area code: 650.

ZIP codes

77.32

sq mi land

2.46

sq mi water

650

area code

Redwood City, CA ZIP code map

About Redwood City, CA

Redwood City, California, is a vibrant city located in the heart of the Silicon Valley region. Known for its rich history and diverse community, it serves as the county seat of San Mateo County. With a blend of urban living and natural beauty, Redwood City offers residents and visitors a unique atmosphere filled with parks and cultural events.

Location & geography

Redwood City is situated approximately 25 miles south of San Francisco and 19 miles north of San Jose. The city shares its borders with neighboring towns such as Menlo Park to the northwest, Palo Alto to the west, and San Carlos to the south. Covering a land area of 145.85 square miles, it features both urban landscapes and picturesque waterways, with 3.46 square miles designated as water.

Community & economy

The character of Redwood City is marked by its friendly, small-town atmosphere amidst a rapidly growing urban backdrop. The local economy thrives on industries such as technology, healthcare, and education, contributing to a vibrant job market. Daily life in Redwood City is enriched by a range of amenities including shopping centers, restaurants, and recreational facilities, making it a desirable place to live.

Transportation

Redwood City is conveniently accessible via major highways such as U.S. Route 101 and State Route 84. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, located about 16 miles to the north, providing extensive flight options for residents and visitors. Public transportation includes Caltrain, which offers commuter rail access to various locations along the Peninsula.

History

Redwood City was founded in the mid-19th century, originally as a port for shipping and lumber industries. The city has since evolved to support the tech boom, particularly in the late 20th century, becoming a hub for many start-ups and established companies. A notable event in Redwood City's history was the construction of the Stanford Mill and the development of a vibrant waterfront area in the early 20th century.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Redwood City is that it has one of the few remaining historic movie palaces in the Bay Area, the Fox Theatre, which continues to host events and films. Additionally, the city is home to a vibrant annual music festival that emphasizes its cultural significance in the region.

ZIP codes for Redwood City, CA (5)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
94061	Redwood City	San Mateo	View map
94062	Redwood City	San Mateo	View map
94063	Redwood City	San Mateo	View map
94064	Redwood City	San Mateo	View map
94065	Redwood City	San Mateo	View map

Demographics & statistics

110,465

Population

38.1

Median age

$157,890

Median household income

$82,355

Per capita income

$1,676,800

Median home value

$2,923

Median monthly rent

55.3%

Home ownership

6.4%

Poverty rate

4.3%

Unemployment

23,228

Housing units

58.2%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

3,064

Under 5

3,155

3,223

5–9

3,320

3,572

10–14

3,678

3,122

15–19

3,216

2,873

20–24

2,959

9,040

25–34

9,310

7,907

35–44

8,144

7,579

45–54

7,806

3,423

55–59

3,526

3,102

60–64

3,194

4,593

65–74

4,731

1,891

75–84

1,948

1,029

85+

1,060

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	24,198	22.1%
18 and over	86,267	77.9%
65 and over	15,252	13.9%
Median age	38.1 years

Race & ethnicity

White 39.3%

Hispanic or Latino 21.4%

Other race 13.6%

Asian 11.4%

Two or more races 11%

Black or African American 1.5%

American Indian / Alaska Native 1.3%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.6%

Group	Count	%
White	55,228	39.3%
Hispanic or Latino	30,083	21.4%
Other race	19,054	13.6%
Asian	15,958	11.4%
Two or more races	15,391	11%
Black or African American	2,115	1.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native	1,877	1.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	842	0.6%

Household income

Under $10k 2.0%

$10k–$15k 1.6%

$15k–$25k 2.9%

$25k–$35k 2.9%

$35k–$50k 6.5%

$50k–$75k 9.2%

$75k–$100k 7.7%

$100k–$150k 14.5%

$150k–$200k 11.4%

$200k+ 41.4%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	2.0%
$10k–$15k	1.6%
$15k–$25k	2.9%
$25k–$35k	2.9%
$35k–$50k	6.5%
$50k–$75k	9.2%
$75k–$100k	7.7%
$100k–$150k	14.5%
$150k–$200k	11.4%
$200k+	41.4%
Median income	$157,890

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 2.5%

$50k–$100k 1.3%

$100k–$150k 0.7%

$150k–$200k 0.9%

$200k–$300k 1.4%

$300k–$500k 2.5%

$500k–$1M 10.6%

$1M+ 80.2%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$1,676,800
Median rent / month	$2,923
Owner occupied	55.3%
Renter occupied	44.8%
Vacant	6.4%
Single-family detached	51.8%
Large apartment buildings	14.0%
Mobile homes	1.9%
Median rooms	5.0
Avg household size (owned)	2.95

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.2%
2010–2019	8.4%
2000–2009	5.0%
1990–1999	11.8%
1980–1989	14.6%
1970–1979	13.3%
1960–1969	12.1%
1950–1959	16.9%
1940–1949	9.8%
1939 or earlier	7.9%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	4.8%
1 bedroom	18.2%
2 bedrooms	26.9%
3 bedrooms	29.7%
4 bedrooms	16.7%
5+ bedrooms	3.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	5.1%
1 vehicle	29.3%
2 vehicles	41.9%
3 or more	23.8%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	62.6%
Electricity	31.6%
Propane / LP gas	3.0%
Fuel oil	0.3%
Wood	0.3%
Solar	0.3%
No fuel used	1.6%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	21,487	56.5%
Cohabiting couple	3,022	7.2%
Male householder, no spouse	6,063	15.2%
Female householder, no spouse	7,911	21.1%
Households with children under 18	12,751	33.1%
Households with seniors (65+)	10,363	26.4%
Average household size	2.76

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	33.1%	29.6%
Married	58.8%	53.1%
Separated	1.3%	2.2%
Widowed	1.9%	5.3%
Divorced	5.0%	9.8%

Education

Less than 9th grade 6.0%

Some HS, no diploma 4.4%

HS graduate 13.8%

Some college, no degree 12.6%

Associate's degree 5.1%

Bachelor's degree 28.8%

Graduate / professional 29.4%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	89.6%
Bachelor's or higher	58.2%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	1,839	7.8%
Kindergarten	1,418	5.5%
Elementary school	10,687	43.9%
High school	5,591	21.8%
College / grad school	5,832	21.1%

Employment

Industry of employment

Professional & management 24.4%

Education & healthcare 19.1%

Manufacturing 9.0%

Retail trade 8.1%

Information 7.3%

Arts, food & hospitality 6.6%

Finance & real estate 6.5%

Construction 6.4%

Other services 4.2%

Transportation & utilities 4.1%

Public administration 2.5%

Wholesale trade 1.4%

Agriculture & mining 0.6%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	59.6%
Service	14.1%
Sales & office	14.6%
Natural resources & construction	5.2%
Production & transportation	6.6%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	83.3%
Government	9.3%
Self-employed	7.2%
Unpaid family workers	0.2%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	59.9%
Carpool	8.5%
Public transit	4.0%
Walk	2.6%
Other means	2.8%
Avg commute (minutes)	25.6

Poverty

All people 6.4%

Under 18 years 6.6%

18 and over 6.3%

Married-couple families 2.5%

Female-led households 14.0%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	22.0%
Retirement income	17.2%
Supplemental Security	2.6%
Cash public assistance	2.3%
Food stamps / SNAP	5.6%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	23.6%
High cholesterol	29.8%
Heart disease	4.3%
Stroke	2.0%
Asthma	8.8%
Arthritis	17.2%
Kidney disease	2.2%
Pulmonary disease	4.1%
Cancer	5.5%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	18.3%
No physical activity	16.7%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	28.6%
Fair or poor health	11.4%
Poor mental health	12.7%
Poor physical health	8.0%
No health insurance	11.7%
Visited doctor (checkup)	65.9%
Visited dentist	70.7%
Cholesterol screening	91.7%
Teeth loss	7.7%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	2,465	3.0%

Disability	%
Any disability	7.4%
Under 18	2.7%
18–64 years	5.3%
65 and over	24.4%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	78.2%
Public insurance	27.6%
Uninsured under 19	2.4%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	104,246	94.3%
Spanish	15,219	13.5%
Other Indo-European	11,066	8.3%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,182	1.6%
Other languages	2,756	3.5%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	76,221	68.3%
Born in same state	74,787	66.9%
Born in different state	55,878	49.0%
Foreign born	1,434	1.4%
Naturalized citizen	34,244	31.7%
Not a US citizen	15,647	49.3%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
French	7,546	6.8%
Italian	6,795	6.2%
Arab	3,903	3.5%
English	1,119	1%
Polish	1,061	1%

Ancestry	Count	%
Dutch	548	0.5%
German	314	0.3%
Irish	282	0.3%
Norwegian	213	0.2%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	35.8%
Internet access	98.1%

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

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Redwood City, CA have?

Redwood City, CA has 4 ZIP codes: 94061, 94062, 94063, and 94065. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.