95003 ZIP Code
Aptos, California
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 95003 |
| City/Town: | Aptos |
| County: | Santa Cruz |
| State: | California |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 24,977 |
| Median Household Income: | $136,506 |
| Per Capita Income: | $62,193 |
| Total Housing Units: | 11,739 |
| Median Home Value: | $1,107,300 |
| Land Area: | 32.4 sq miles
84.0 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 37.0067, -121.8782 |
Population Information (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 24,977 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 11,823 | 47.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 13,154 | 52.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 48.2 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 977 | 3.9% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,397 | 5.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,235 | 4.9% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,599 | 6.4% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,579 | 6.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,267 | 9.1% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,452 | 9.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,162 | 12.7% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,237 | 9.0% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,193 | 8.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 3,568 | 14.3% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,594 | 6.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 717 | 2.9% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $1,107,300 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $2,364 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 11,739 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 10,082 | 85.9% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,657 | 14.1% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 7,498 | 74.4% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,584 | 25.6% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 18,190 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 274 | 1.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 388 | 2.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 1,855 | 10.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 4,059 | 22.3% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,761 | 9.7% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 5,164 | 28.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 4,689 | 25.8% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.4% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 54.2% | 34.3% |
Income Information (95003 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $136,506 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $177,241 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $156,882 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $62,193 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 13,348 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 12,655 | 94.8% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 693 | 5.2% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 7,762 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 9,322 | 73.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,765 | 13.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,485 | 11.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 83 | 0.7% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 20,084 | 80.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 88 | 0.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 69 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 784 | 3.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 137 | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,512 | 6.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 2,303 | 9.2% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 2,535 | 10.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 3,682 | 14.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 2,717 | 10.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 8 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 957 | 3.8% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (95003 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 239 | 2.4% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 104 | 1.0% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 318 | 3.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 403 | 4.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 613 | 6.1% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 945 | 9.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,069 | 10.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,753 | 17.4% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,596 | 15.8% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 3,042 | 30.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (95003 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 8,450 | 66.8% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 916 | 7.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 82 | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 214 | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 170 | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 2,611 | 20.6% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 29.4 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (95003 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 419 | 3.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 877 | 6.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,061 | 8.4% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 445 | 3.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,460 | 11.5% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 447 | 3.5% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 170 | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 610 | 4.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,034 | 16.1% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,912 | 23.0% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,188 | 9.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 539 | 4.3% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 493 | 3.9% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 3.5% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 24,303 | 97.3% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 20,599 | 82.5% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 7,900 | 31.6% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 669 | 2.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (95003 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 7,930 | 78.7% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,809 | 37.8% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,049 | 30.2% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 354 | 3.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 214 | 2.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 332 | 3.3% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (95003 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 8,491 | 72.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 1,342 | 11.4% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 161 | 1.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 521 | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 397 | 3.4% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 194 | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 154 | 1.3% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 479 | 4.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (95003 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 368 | 3.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 595 | 5.1% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 923 | 7.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 2,672 | 22.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 3,079 | 26.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 2,166 | 18.5% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 998 | 8.5% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 527 | 4.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 411 | 3.5% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (95003 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 217 | 1.8% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 538 | 4.6% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,341 | 28.5% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 5,646 | 48.1% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,749 | 14.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 248 | 2.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (95003 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 6,452 | 64.0% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 958 | 9.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,045 | 20.3% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 56 | 0.6% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 327 | 3.2% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 60 | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 43 | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 141 | 1.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (95003 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 274 | 2.7% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,482 | 24.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,208 | 41.7% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 3,118 | 30.9% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (95003 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 109 | 1.5% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 32 | 0.4% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 42 | 0.6% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 88 | 1.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 72 | 1.0% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 368 | 4.9% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 2,118 | 28.2% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 4,669 | 62.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (95003 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $3,582 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $962 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $2,364 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.44 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.57 | 2.38 |
Households (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 10,082 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 5,537 | 54.9% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,685 | 16.7% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,519 | 15.1% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,591 | 25.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,428 | 24.1% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 4,313 | 42.8% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.47 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.93 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (95003 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 10,065 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,888 | 28.7% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 6,049 | 60.1% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 141 | 1.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 877 | 8.7% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,098 | 30.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (95003 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 6,072 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 505 | 8.3% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 234 | 3.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,066 | 34.0% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,089 | 17.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,178 | 35.9% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 20,570 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 967 | 4.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 24,972 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,018 | 12.1% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 138 | 4.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,519 | 50.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,361 | 45.1% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (95003 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 22,704 | 90.9% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,148 | 8.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 905 | 42.1% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,234 | 57.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 241 | 11.2% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 9 | 0.4% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (95003 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 22,797 | 91.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 245 | 1.0% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,180 | 889.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,180 | 889.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,180 | 889.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 650 | 265.3% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 111 | 45.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 29 | 11.8% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 695 | 283.7% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 195 | 79.6% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (95003 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 24,000 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 20,476 | 85.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 3,524 | 14.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 2,196 | 9.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 839 | 3.5% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 425 | 1.8% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 64 | 0.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (95003 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 10,082 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 9,786 | 97.1% | 89.4% |
Aptos, CA95003