ZIP Code 94956, California
ZIP Code 94956 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 94956 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Marin County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,080. The land area covers 34.71 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,080 | ±290 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 71.5 yrs | ±12.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 633 | ±157 | 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 | 918 | ±197 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 633 | ±157 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 285 | ±114 |
| Median Home Value | $1,681,300 | ±$413,361 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,990 | ±$278 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,205 | ±$52,436 |
| Per Capita Income | $72,254 | ±$15,001 |
| Poverty Rate | 2% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 21 | ±31 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16.1% | ±14.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 556 | ±172 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.9% | ±8.3% |
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: 256,400 (2024)
ID: 100630
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINSTRATOR
3501 CIVIC CENTER DR, RM 325, SAN RAFAEL CA 94903-4176
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Kentfield, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | San Anselmo, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Bolinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Anselmo, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Petaluma, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Petaluma, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Anselmo, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-01 | Inverness, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Petaluma, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | San Geronimo, 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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Presidio Graduate School
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College | 14.2 mi away | 105 Seminary Rd, San Anselmo, CA, 94960 |
4156558918
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POINT REYES STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 11431 STATE ROUTE 1, POINT REYES STATION, CA, 94956 |
(415) 663-8375
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College of Marin
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College | 15.4 mi away | 835 College Ave, Kentfield, CA, 94904-2590 |
4154578811
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INVERNESS LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 15 PARK AVE., INVERNESS, CA, 94937 |
(415) 669-1288
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Dominican University of California
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College | 16.9 mi away | 50 Acacia Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94901-2298 |
4154574440
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BOLINAS LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 16 WHARF RD., BOLINAS, CA, 94924 |
(415) 868-1171
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Meridian University
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College | 17.4 mi away | 47 Sixth Street, Petaluma, CA, 94952-3092 |
7077651836
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FAIRFAX LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 2097 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD, FAIRFAX, CA, 94930 |
(415) 453-8151
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Sonoma State University
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College | 23.3 mi away | 1801 E Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, CA, 94928-3609 |
7076642880
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STINSON BEACH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 3521 SHORELINE HWY, STINSON BEACH, CA, 94970 |
(415) 868-0252
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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 SAN RAFAEL CIVIC CTR, CA US, located 15.3 miles from ZCTA5 94956. 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° | 42.6° | 49.8° | 7.13" | 0.0" |
| February | 61.1° | 44.0° | 52.5° | 6.94" | 0.0" |
| March | 64.8° | 45.5° | 55.2° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| April | 67.8° | 47.5° | 57.7° | 1.99" | 0.0" |
| May | 72.0° | 50.6° | 61.3° | 0.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.9° | 53.5° | 65.7° | 0.15" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.9° | 54.9° | 67.9° | 0.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.3° | 55.5° | 68.4° | 0.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.7° | 54.4° | 67.6° | 0.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.9° | 51.4° | 63.2° | 1.46" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.6° | 46.0° | 55.3° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| December | 57.1° | 42.1° | 49.6° | 7.81" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Reyes Station CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Inverness CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Lagunitas-Forest Knolls CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Nicasio CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| San Geronimo CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Bolinas CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 94956. • 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.