Question 1

Is 90746 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 90746 in Carson has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Carson city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 90746 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 90746?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 90746 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 90746. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 90746 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Carson. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 90746?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 90746 is approximately $833K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 90746 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 90746 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 90746 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 90746 has an overall NeighborScore of 66/100, placing it in the moderate range for Carson. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 66/100, 90746 scores similarly to the middle tier of Carson neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Carson — ZIP 90746

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Magnolia Science Academy 3	06–12	—	—	—
Ralph Bunche Elementary	KG–08	—	—	—
Ambler Avenue Elementary	KG–05	—	—	—
Annalee Avenue Elementary	KG–06	—	—	—
Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet	KG–05	—	—	—
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle	06–08	—	—	—
Leapwood Avenue Elementary	KG–05	—	—	—
Towne Avenue Elementary	KG–05	—	—	—