ZIP Code 93638, California
ZIP Code 93638 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 93638 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Madera County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 50,571. The land area covers 90.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50,571 | ±2,318 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,030 | ±510 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 12,729 | ±516 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,030 | ±510 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 699 | ±227 |
| Median Home Value | $325,100 | ±$12,418 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,397 | ±$67 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,374 | ±$4,516 |
| Per Capita Income | $20,842 | ±$1,216 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.4% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12,618 | ±1,552 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,649 | ±1,155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.3% | ±2.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 165,432 (2024)
ID: 207575
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
200 W 4TH ST, MADERA CA 93637-3548
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Madera, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Madera, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | Madera, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Madera, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chowchilla, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fresno, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Madera, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Madera, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Madera, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Fresno, CA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Madera Community College
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College | 8.4 mi away | 30277 Avenue 12, Madera, CA, 93638-8321 |
5596754800
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MADERA COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 121 N. G ST., MADERA, CA, 93637 |
(559) 675-7871
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Clovis Community College
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College | 19.9 mi away | 10309 North Willow Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93730 |
5593255200
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MADERA LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 121 N. G ST., MADERA, CA, 93637 |
(559) 675-7871
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San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno
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College | 20.2 mi away | 295 East Sierra Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93710-3616 |
5597349000
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MADERA COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 209 W. YOSEMITE AVE., MADERA, CA, 93637 |
(559) 673-0378
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Lyle's College of Beauty
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College Vocational | 20.3 mi away | 6735 N First Ave Ste 112, Fresno, CA, 93710 |
5594316060
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MADERA RANCHOS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 37398 BERKSHIRE DRIVE, MADERA, CA, 93636 |
(559) 645-1214
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Paul Mitchell the School-Fresno
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College Vocational | 21.3 mi away | 5091 N Fresno Street Ste 104, Fresno, CA, 93710 |
5592242700
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CHOWCHILLA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 300 KINGS AVE., CHOWCHILLA, CA, 93610 |
(559) 665-2630
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MADERA MUNI AP, CA US, located 5.7 miles from ZCTA5 93638. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.9° | 38.6° | 47.8° | 2.08" | — |
| February | 62.6° | 40.8° | 51.7° | 1.99" | — |
| March | 68.5° | 43.7° | 56.1° | 1.98" | — |
| April | 75.0° | 46.4° | 60.7° | 0.89" | — |
| May | 83.9° | 52.3° | 68.1° | 0.47" | — |
| June | 92.2° | 57.9° | 75.0° | 0.16" | — |
| July | 97.7° | 62.6° | 80.2° | 0.01" | — |
| August | 96.7° | 61.3° | 79.0° | 0.00" | — |
| September | 91.7° | 57.8° | 74.8° | 0.03" | — |
| October | 80.1° | 49.8° | 65.0° | 0.44" | — |
| November | 66.4° | 41.8° | 54.1° | 0.92" | — |
| December | 56.3° | 37.6° | 46.9° | 1.82" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madera Acres CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Madera city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Parksdale CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Parkwood CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Fairmead CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Bonadelle Ranchos CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 93638. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.