10 Richest Zip Codes in USA

ZIP codes were created in 1963 to improve the efficiency of the U.S. Postal Service. Over the past few decades, many Americans have become familiar with the locations that certain ZIP codes refer to — particularly when a ZIP code represents a location where the rich and famous live.

That’s why so many people recognize the ZIP code 90210 as being Beverly Hills. However, you might be surprised to learn that 90210 isn’t even close to being the richest ZIP code in the country. Here are the 10 much richer United States ZIP codes.

#10 - San Francisco (94111)

San Francisco is one of the most expensive cities in the USA, so it’s no surprise to see it featured in our list of the richest ZIP codes. The city’s spectacular bay, incredible architecture, exciting nightlife, and rich culture make it one of the world’s most successful cities.

The price of living in San Francisco is very high because it is such a vibrant city with many incredible employment opportunities. The median house price is about $1.3 million while the average income is $96,265.

#9 - Gladwyne, Pennsylvania (19035)

Gladwyne is a beautiful suburban community of just over 4,000 residents located along the historic Philadelphia Main Line. It is situated in a picturesque part of Pennsylvania, with tree lined streets, a large country club, and many beautiful old buildings. The median home value is about $1.05 million and residents have an average income of just over $170,000 per year.

#8 - Century City, California (90067)

Century City is a suburb located between Beverly Hills and West Los Angeles. It was built on a 176 acre backlot of 20^th Century Fox, with the first building being constructed in 1963.

This prestigious location attracted many wealthy Hollywood types, which has made it one of the richest zip codes in the United States. The median home value is about $1.35 million and residents have an average income of about $175,000 per year.

#7 - Weston, Massachusetts (02493)

This sleepy suburb is a surprisingly expensive location to live in. Situated 15 miles west of downtown Boston, Weston is known for its beautiful landscape, historic homes, and extremely wealthy residents.

The town is home to many wealthy athletes, business owners, and politicians. They love the area for it its low population density, large lots, great schools, and very low crime rate.

Another reason for its popularity is that almost 20% of the town’s total acreage is reserved for parks, sporting fields, and nature reserves. This makes Weston a very attractive location, with lots of greenery and outdoor activities on offer. The median home value is about $1.5 million and residents have an average income of about $200,000 per year.

#6 - Kenilworth, Illinois (60043)

Situated 15 miles north of downtown of Chicago is the planned community of Kenilworth. It is known as the wealthiest and the most exclusive community in the Midwest, making it the richest ZIP code in the region.

It is located in a beautiful part of the state close to Lake Michigan. There are many historical houses including several famous buildings designed by renowned architects. The median home value is about $1.35 million and residents have an average income of just over $200,000 per year.

#5 - Purchase, New York (10577)

Purchase is an affluent community located between Greenwich, Connecticut and White Plains New York. It is a quiet New York City suburb which has a mix of large homes and businesses, including the headquarters of large corporations including PepsiCo and MasterCard.  

Notably, Purchase is home to three exclusive country clubs, which are useful for keeping the many multi-millionaires in the area busy. The median home value is about $1.6 million and residents have an average household income of just over $975,000 per year.

#4 - Palm Beach, Florida (33480)

Palm Beach is a popular location for wealthy retirees which is located on an island in east-central Palm Beach County. It is an exclusive location with a year-round population of about 8,000 which swells to over 25,000 people during the holiday season.

The exciting nightlife, pristine beaches, and stunning weather also make it a favored destination of the rich and famous. The median home value is about $1.8 million and residents have an average household income of $125,000 per year.

#3 - Palo Alto, California (94301)

Palo Alto is jam packed full of Silicon Valley multi-millionaires who have built extremely large and luxurious homes. Many of the world’s most famous tech gurus, artists, athletes, and actors live in Palo Alto including James Franco, Teri Hatcher, Sergey Brin (Google), Tim Cook, and Lindsey Buckingham.

Palo Alto is also home to some of the world’s most successful businesses including Tesla, Hewlett-Packard, Skype, and Lockheed Martin, which makes the ZIP code even more expensive. The median home value is about $3.1 million and residents have an average household income of $137,000 per year.

#2 - Atherton, California (94027)

Atherton is a wealthy community located near Palo Alto, California. It is home to many famous executives including Google's Eric Schmidt, Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg, and HP's Meg Whitman.

If you visit Atherton, expect to see a lot of gated communities and very large mansions. The median home value is a whopping $4.5 million and residents have an average household income of $250,000 per year.

#1 - Fisher Island, Florida (33109)

America’s richest ZIP code is a small island community located off the coast of Miami. The island was first owned by William Kissam Vanderbilt II of the famous New York family. It was gradually developed into a highly exclusive community that is now home to the rich and famous.

Some notable residents of Fisher Island include Oprah Winfrey, Andre Agassi, Boris Becker, and Karolina Kurkova. The median home value is above $4.5 million and residents have an average household income of $2.5 million per year.