ZIP Code 93023 in Ojai, CA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Ojai, California
Names to Avoid:
Meiners Oaks
County:Ventura County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:8:35:21 PM
Population:20,937 [See All]
Area Codes:805 / 820
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:34.5210, -119.2477
Land Area:266.868 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 93023 has 20,937 residents and 8,345 households (average 2.46 persons per household). The median age is 49.8 years, significantly older than the state (37.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.3% male and 52.7% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (74.6%, much higher than the state average of 41.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (21.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 21.6%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:20,937Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:21,559Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:20,954Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:78.5 people per sq mile
Average Income:$82,298Source: Census ACS
Households:8,345Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$888,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.46Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.15Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--20,68820,60120,51220,60320,31320,16820,27220,23119,89521,01121,69121,27921,559
Decennial Census20,589------------------20,937------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 49.8

Male Median Age: 47.3

Female Median Age: 51.3

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male453526526588467489509571552527641721818849697453257253
Female424496487585431476563607616618740850992950818589369429
Total8771,0221,0131,1738989651,0721,1781,1681,1451,3811,5711,8101,7991,5151,042626682
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:15,62968.68%
Black:1260.55%
Hispanic:*4,51919.86%
Asian:5102.24%
American Indian:2411.06%
Hawaiian:240.11%
Other:1,7067.50%
Total:22,755100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:9,89747.27%47.3 years
Females:11,04052.73%51.3 years
Total:20,937100%49.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:18,18584.35%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1310.61%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:1,7588.15%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,48515.04%
Total Population:21,559100%
Total Native Population:18,31684.96%
Total Foreign-born Population:3,24315.04%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $82,298, which is well under the state median ($96,334), is up $14,247 (20.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $4,768. Family households earn a median of $103,582 versus $45,833 for nonfamily households (a difference of $57,749). By gender, male median income is $61,808 and female is $60,542, which is markedly greater than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $1,266 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 53.2%, which is markedly below the state rate (63.9%). The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is a bit less than the state rate (6.4%). The largest occupation group is Management (48.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$68,051$63,287$62,133$64,843$64,099$70,964$71,661$72,670$77,530$80,685$79,815$80,720$82,298
Median Family Income$84,135$84,291$86,926$90,857$89,318$95,709$100,052$94,792$103,298$103,516$99,136$101,111$103,582
Median NonFamily Income$34,293$33,018$31,846$33,807$32,732$34,350$41,375$45,053$47,662$49,908$46,190$44,197$45,833
Median Male Income$64,277$65,109$53,176$61,150$53,326$55,250$61,474$64,974$64,630$69,349$69,228$64,688$61,808
Median Female Income$43,667$41,730$42,361$42,557$40,263$43,040$50,333$47,790$44,808$55,913$52,127$56,948$60,542
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:9,33450.30%
Unemployed:5422.92%
Not In Labor Force:8,68146.78%
Total:18,557100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:4,50648.28%
Service:1,89120.26%
Sales and Office:1,57716.90%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:7467.99%
Production, transportation, and material moving:6146.58%
Total Civilian Employed Population:9,334100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $888,700, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $296,300 (50.02%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $212,600. The median gross rent is $1,831, which is far above the national median ($1,348), is up $521 (39.77%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $270. Of occupied housing, owners make up 73.46% (53.12% with a mortgage, 46.88% free-and-clear) and renters 26.54% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.81%, which is much lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$592,400$549,200$514,900$524,500$554,800$586,500$623,900$650,600$676,100$673,200$692,700$829,200$888,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1406.21%
$500 to $999:1737.68%
$1,000 to $1,499:41218.29%
$1,500 to $1,999:29012.87%
$2,000 to $2,499:23210.30%
$2,500 to $2,999:29713.18%
$3,000 or more:29012.87%
No Rent:41918.60%
Total:2,253100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$1,310$1,241$1,280$1,263$1,220$1,305$1,552$1,497$1,561$1,721$1,709$1,772$1,831
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,31339.02%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,92434.44%
Renter Occupied:2,25326.54%
Total Occupied Housing Units:8,490100%

Occupied Housing Units:8,49091.19%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):8208.81%
Total Housing Units:9,310100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:7,01875.38%
Multi-Family Units:8889.54%
Other Units:1,40415.08%
Total Housing Units:9,310100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 41.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 90.40%, which is markedly above the state rate (84.60%). The uninsured rate is 6.30%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 45.60%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 9.00%, which is on par with the state rate (8.40%), up 4.10 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 5.40 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (34.75%). College enrollment is 33.73%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:6553.94%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:9485.70%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,31519.94%
Some college, no degree:3,08118.53%
Associate's degree:1,79910.82%
Bachelor's degree:3,67122.08%
Graduate or professional degree:3,15718.99%
Total:16,626100%
High school or higher:15,02390.36%
Bachelor's degree or higher:6,82841.07%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:14,67256.89%
Public Insurance:9,77237.89%
No Insurance:1,3455.22%
Total:25,789100%
Has Health Insurance:24,44494.78%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty4.9%6.8%7.0%9.4%9.5%7.4%5.8%6.7%3.6%5.1%5.6%5.9%9.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:2436.09%
Kindergarten:1634.08%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,38734.75%
High school (grades 9-12):85221.35%
College or graduate school:1,34633.73%
Total:3,991100%
Early Childhood:40610.17%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):2,40260.19%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 93023 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 757 business establishments, employing about 6,652 people with an annual payroll of $320,644,000. USPS data shows 8,518 residential mailboxes and 764 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:8,518Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:764Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:9,031Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:7,654Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:296Source: USPS
# of Businesses:757Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$74,942,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$320,644,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:6,652Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 93023 is located in Ventura County, California, within the Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 37100) and California's 24th and 26th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 838,259 people, about 2.50% of whom live in ZIP Code 93023. It covers 266.868 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.256 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:37100Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:838,259Source: Census
MSA:Los Angeles-Riverside-Orange County, CASource: Census
Land Area:266.868 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.256 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:24,26Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6883.35, 939.12 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Ventura, CA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0653476Source: Census
Place Name:Ojai city; CaliforniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


93024 | | 93022

Schools in ZIP Code 93023


ZIP Code 93023 is part of 2 school districts, including: Ventura Unified School District (Grades KG thru 12) and Ojai Unified School District (Grades Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 11 public schools and 10 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

El Camino High 61 Day Rd.
Ventura, CA 93023
District: Ventura Unified School District
Chaparral High 114 N. Montgomery
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
Matilija Middle 703 El Paseo Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
Meiners Oaks Elementary 400 S. Lomita Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
Mira Monte Elementary 1216 Loma Dr.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
Nordhoff High 1401 Maricopa Hwy.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
San Antonio Elementary 650 Carne Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
Topa Topa Elementary 916 Mountain View Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
A Place To Grow 414 E. Ojai Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
Summit 12525 Ojai-Santa Paula Rd.
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Ojai Unified School District
Valley Oak Charter 907 El Centro St.
Ojai, CA 93023
Weil Tennis Academy And College Preparatory School 428 Bryant Cir
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
The Lighthouse School Of Ojai 501 E Ojai Ave
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
Montessori School Of Ojai 806 Baldwin Rd
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
The Thacher School 5025 Thacher Rd
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
Ojai Valley School 723 El Paseo Rd
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
Monica Ros School 783 Mcnell Rd
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
Oak Grove School 220 W Lomita Ave
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
Villanova Preparatory School 12096 N Ventura Ave
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
Global Village School 1012 W Ojai Ave
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School
Mother Of Divine Grace School 407 Bryant Cir Ste C
Ojai, CA 93023
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 93023


Thomas Aquinas College 10,000 Ojai Road
Santa Paula, CA 93060
Type: Post Secondary
International Sports Sciences Association 1015 Mark Avenue
Carpinteria, CA 93013-2912
Type: Post Secondary
Ventura College 4667 Telegraph Rd
Ventura, CA 93003-3872
Type: Post Secondary
Lu Ross Academy 470 East Thompson Blvd
Ventura, CA 93001-2729
Type: Post Secondary
Santa Barbara Business College - Ventura 4839 Market Street
Ventura, CA 93003-8053
Type: Post Secondary
The Santa Barbara And Ventura Colleges Of Law At Ventura 4475 Market St
Ventura, CA 93003
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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