92021 — El Cajon, CA Home Values
Typical home value $770,663 as of June 2026 · 71st of 95 in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 92021, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 92021 compares in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area
ZIP code 92021 (El Cajon, CA) has a typical home value of $770,663 as of June 2026, ranking 71st of 95 ZIP codes tracked in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area, more expensive than about 26% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -2.1% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +19.3%, from $646,140 in June 2021 to $770,663 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 29.9× the annual rent ($2,151/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in San Diego.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 92021 has a population of 69,306, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 56.1% White, 28.6% Hispanic or Latino, 5.5% Black or African American, 4.9% two or more races, 3.7% Asian, 0.7% another race, 0.3% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.2% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rios Elementary | 14314 Rios Canyon Rd., El Cajon, CA | 0.4 mi |
| Lakeview Elementary | 9205 Lakeview Rd., Lakeside, CA | 1.8 mi |
| Crest Elementary | 2000 Suncrest Blvd., El Cajon, CA | 2.2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 92021?
$770,663 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 92021 an expensive ZIP code in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area?
92021 ranks 71st of 95 ZIP codes in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 26% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 92021 changed over the past year?
-2.1% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 92021?
The typical home price is 29.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,151/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 92021?
69,306, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 92021?
Rios Elementary (0.4 mi), Lakeview Elementary (1.8 mi), Crest Elementary (2.2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 92021?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.