As one of the wealthiest states in the US, California is known for its high-end real estate market. From sprawling estates to luxurious condos, the state has a plethora of high-priced homes in some of the most exclusive neighborhoods. In this article, we will take a closer look at the top 10 most expensive zip codes in California.
Fun coincidences and facts about the history of ZIP codes and zip code locations.
US ZIP codes are a type of postal code used within the United States to help the United States Postal Service (USPS) route mail more efficiently. ZIP codes near me are shown on the map above. Some still refer to ZIP codes as US postal codes. The term ZIP stands for Zone Improvement Plan. The basic 5-digit format was first introduced in 1963 and later extended to add an additional 4 digits after a dash to form a ZIP+4 code. The additional 4 digits help USPS more precisely group mail for delivery. Though ZIP codes were originally developed for USPS, many other shipping companies such as United Parcel Service (UPS), Federal Express (FedEx), DHL, and others make use of ZIP codes for sorting packages and calculating the time and cost of shipping a package (the shipping rate).
