Santa Monica ZIP Code List — Los Angeles County, CA

There are 11 unique ZIP codes in Santa Monica, California. Area code: 310/424.

ZIP codes

8.96

sq mi land

0.57

sq mi water

310/424

area code

Santa Monica, CA ZIP code map

About Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica, California, is a picturesque coastal city located in Los Angeles County. Known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant atmosphere, Santa Monica attracts millions of visitors each year. The city combines stunning ocean views with a rich cultural scene, making it a popular destination for both tourists and residents.

Location & geography

Santa Monica is situated along the western edge of Los Angeles County, bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west. It is approximately 15 miles from downtown Los Angeles and is nearby other cities like Beverly Hills, which is about 8 miles away, and Culver City, roughly 10 miles east. The city spans a land area of 8.96 square miles and has a water area of 0.57 square miles, featuring a mix of sandy beaches and urban areas.

Community & economy

The character of Santa Monica is vibrant and eclectic, reflecting its diverse population and cultural richness. The local economy thrives on industries such as tourism, technology, and entertainment, with a significant focus on sustainability and innovation. Daily life in Santa Monica is often characterized by outdoor activities, bustling farmers' markets, and an array of restaurants and shops lining the streets.

Transportation

Santa Monica is accessible via several major highways, including the Pacific Coast Highway (California Highway 1) and the Santa Monica Freeway (Interstate 10). The closest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), located about 8 miles away, and Santa Monica Airport, which caters to general aviation. Public transit options include the Metro Expo Line, providing easy access to neighboring areas.

History

Santa Monica was founded in 1875, originally established as a seaside resort that attracted visitors to its sunny beaches and spa facilities. Over the years, it has evolved into a hub for entertainment and technology, particularly in the film and media industries. Notable events include the development of the Santa Monica Pier in 1909, which has since become a symbol of the city.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Santa Monica is that it has its own Electric Light and Power Company, which contributes to its sustainability efforts. Additionally, the city is home to the famous Third Street Promenade, an open-air shopping district that is a bustling hotspot for entertainment and dining.

ZIP codes for Santa Monica, CA (11)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
90401	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90402	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90403	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90404	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90405	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90406	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90407	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90408	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90409	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90410	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map
90411	Santa Monica	Los Angeles	View map

Demographics & statistics

94,344

Population

42.3

Median age

$111,409

Median household income

$87,493

Per capita income

$1,624,500

Median home value

$2,224

Median monthly rent

32.2%

Home ownership

12.2%

Poverty rate

6.4%

Unemployment

20,299

Housing units

69.3%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

2,180

Under 5

2,202

1,949

5–9

1,969

1,869

10–14

1,889

1,767

15–19

1,786

1,809

20–24

1,828

8,598

25–34

8,689

6,978

35–44

7,051

6,247

45–54

6,313

3,286

55–59

3,321

3,223

60–64

3,256

4,774

65–74

4,824

2,758

75–84

2,786

1,488

85+

1,504

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Female →

Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	14,276	14.5%
18 and over	80,068	85.5%
65 and over	18,134	19.9%
Median age	42.3 years

Race & ethnicity

White 63%

Two or more races 10.9%

Hispanic or Latino 9.1%

Asian 8%

Black or African American 4.7%

Other race 3.6%

American Indian / Alaska Native 0.6%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%

Group	Count	%
White	65,386	63%
Two or more races	11,343	10.9%
Hispanic or Latino	9,456	9.1%
Asian	8,355	8%
Black or African American	4,854	4.7%
Other race	3,719	3.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native	608	0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	79	0.1%

Household income

Under $10k 8.3%

$10k–$15k 3.9%

$15k–$25k 5.7%

$25k–$35k 4.1%

$35k–$50k 6.7%

$50k–$75k 9.0%

$75k–$100k 8.5%

$100k–$150k 16.0%

$150k–$200k 9.6%

$200k+ 28.3%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	8.3%
$10k–$15k	3.9%
$15k–$25k	5.7%
$25k–$35k	4.1%
$35k–$50k	6.7%
$50k–$75k	9.0%
$75k–$100k	8.5%
$100k–$150k	16.0%
$150k–$200k	9.6%
$200k+	28.3%
Median income	$111,409

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.7%

$50k–$100k 0.2%

$100k–$150k 0.5%

$150k–$200k 0.0%

$200k–$300k 0.8%

$300k–$500k 2.4%

$500k–$1M 16.6%

$1M+ 77.7%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$1,624,500
Median rent / month	$2,224
Owner occupied	32.2%
Renter occupied	67.8%
Vacant	12.4%
Single-family detached	23.0%
Large apartment buildings	31.1%
Mobile homes	0.2%
Median rooms	4.1
Avg household size (owned)	2.26

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.2%
2010–2019	7.4%
2000–2009	5.8%
1990–1999	5.9%
1980–1989	7.9%
1970–1979	18.2%
1960–1969	16.6%
1950–1959	15.2%
1940–1949	8.3%
1939 or earlier	14.4%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	9.1%
1 bedroom	33.4%
2 bedrooms	32.1%
3 bedrooms	15.4%
4 bedrooms	6.3%
5+ bedrooms	3.8%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	12.2%
1 vehicle	48.5%
2 vehicles	30.6%
3 or more	8.7%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	58.2%
Electricity	36.3%
Propane / LP gas	1.6%
Solar	0.2%
No fuel used	3.5%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	15,100	33.7%
Cohabiting couple	3,420	6.8%
Male householder, no spouse	12,419	26.3%
Female householder, no spouse	16,183	33.2%
Households with children under 18	8,039	17.3%
Households with seniors (65+)	13,494	30.2%
Average household size	1.97

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	44.6%	39.7%
Married	43.2%	38.3%
Separated	1.1%	1.4%
Widowed	1.7%	7.0%
Divorced	9.5%	13.6%

Education

Less than 9th grade 2.5%

Some HS, no diploma 2.3%

HS graduate 7.9%

Some college, no degree 11.9%

Associate's degree 6.0%

Bachelor's degree 38.9%

Graduate / professional 30.4%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	95.2%
Bachelor's or higher	69.3%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	1,581	7.6%
Kindergarten	896	4.9%
Elementary school	5,458	31.5%
High school	3,145	17.1%
College / grad school	6,249	38.8%

Employment

Industry of employment

Professional & management 25.8%

Education & healthcare 20.3%

Finance & real estate 10.4%

Information 10.2%

Arts, food & hospitality 9.4%

Retail trade 7.3%

Manufacturing 4.6%

Other services 3.4%

Public administration 2.5%

Transportation & utilities 2.4%

Construction 2.2%

Wholesale trade 1.2%

Agriculture & mining 0.3%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	71.5%
Service	8.4%
Sales & office	15.0%
Natural resources & construction	2.4%
Production & transportation	2.7%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	78.0%
Government	9.9%
Self-employed	11.8%
Unpaid family workers	0.3%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	54.7%
Carpool	3.6%
Public transit	2.1%
Walk	6.1%
Other means	5.4%
Avg commute (minutes)	24.7

Poverty

All people 12.2%

Under 18 years 9.7%

18 and over 12.9%

Married-couple families 6.9%

Female-led households 15.2%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	25.2%
Retirement income	14.8%
Supplemental Security	4.4%
Cash public assistance	3.6%
Food stamps / SNAP	5.2%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	24.5%
High cholesterol	27.8%
Heart disease	4.6%
Stroke	2.2%
Asthma	8.6%
Arthritis	17.3%
Kidney disease	2.3%
Pulmonary disease	4.2%
Cancer	6.4%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	19.0%
No physical activity	12.7%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	29.0%
Fair or poor health	9.1%
Poor mental health	13.1%
Poor physical health	7.3%
No health insurance	7.1%
Visited doctor (checkup)	64.6%
Visited dentist	72.5%
Cholesterol screening	93.3%
Teeth loss	6.1%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	2,351	3.0%

Disability	%
Any disability	9.4%
Under 18	3.1%
18–64 years	5.1%
65 and over	30.2%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	76.2%
Public insurance	30.1%
Uninsured under 19	2.4%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	89,962	95.7%
Spanish	6,938	7.5%
Other Indo-European	2,498	2.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander	1,822	2.2%
Other languages	1,863	2.1%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	73,396	77.5%
Born in same state	71,085	75.3%
Born in different state	38,090	39.6%
Foreign born	2,311	2.2%
Naturalized citizen	20,948	22.5%
Not a US citizen	14,117	67.7%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	9,774	10.4%
French	8,820	9.3%
Arab	2,834	3%
Polish	1,125	1.2%
English	910	1%

Ancestry	Count	%
Irish	844	0.9%
Dutch	547	0.6%
Norwegian	502	0.5%
German	365	0.4%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	50.9%
Internet access	95.5%

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

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Santa Monica, CA have?

Santa Monica, CA has 5 ZIP codes: 90401, 90402, 90403, 90404, 90405. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Santa Monica, CA?

The primary ZIP code for Santa Monica, CA is 90401. The city uses area code 310 or 424 for phone service.

What county is Santa Monica, CA in?

Santa Monica is located in Los Angeles County, California.

How many ZIP codes are in Santa Monica, CA?

Santa Monica, CA has 5 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code is the Santa Monica Pier and downtown Santa Monica beach area located in?

The Santa Monica Pier and downtown beachfront area are primarily located in ZIP code 90401, which covers central Santa Monica near the iconic pier and Third Street Promenade.

Which ZIP code covers the area around Pico Boulevard and the residential neighborhoods in south Santa Monica?

ZIP code 90405 covers the southern portions of Santa Monica, including neighborhoods along Pico Boulevard and extending toward the city's border with Venice.