ZIP Code 95012, California
ZIP Code 95012 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95012 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Monterey County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,814. The land area covers 12.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,814 | ±1,177 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 28.5 yrs | ±2.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,627 | ±229 | 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 | 2,735 | ±241 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,627 | ±229 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 108 | ±77 |
| Median Home Value | $598,900 | ±$51,713 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,468 | ±$261 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,288 | ±$7,369 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,696 | ±$2,541 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.3% | ±5.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,768 | ±669 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,177 | ±552 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±0.8% |
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: 436,251 (2024)
ID: 100633
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
168 W ALISAL ST, 3RD FL, SALINAS CA 93901-2439
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Watsonville, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Salinas, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-06 | Salinas, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Watsonville, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Watsonville, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | San Juan Bautista, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Aptos, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Aptos, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Aromas, 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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CET-Salinas
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College Vocational | 7.3 mi away | 24 East Alvin Drive, Salinas, CA, 93906 |
4082877924
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CASTROVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 11160 SPEEGLE ST, CASTROVILLE, CA, 95012 |
(831) 769-8724
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Central Coast College
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College | 7.3 mi away | 111 E Navajo Drive, Suite 100, Salinas, CA, 93906 |
8314246767
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NORTH COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 17822 MORO RD, SALINAS, CA, 93907 |
(831) 663-2292
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Waynes College of Beauty
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College Vocational | 7.6 mi away | 1271 North Main Street, Salinas, CA, 93906-2830 |
8314434077
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PRUNEDALE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 17822 MORO RD., SALINAS, CA, 93907 |
(831) 796-3080
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Hartnell College
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College | 8.7 mi away | 411 Central Avenue, Salinas, CA, 93901 |
8317556700
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EL GABILAN LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 1400 N. MAIN ST., SALINAS, CA, 93906 |
(831) 758-7302
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California State University-Monterey Bay
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College | 10.0 mi away | 100 Campus Center, Seaside, CA, 93955-8001 |
8315823000
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READING SAFARI
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 188 SEASIDE CIRCLE, MARINA, CA, 93933 |
(831) 883-7573
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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 SALINAS #2, CA US, located 9.7 miles from ZCTA5 95012. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63.4° | 41.2° | 52.3° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| February | 64.1° | 42.2° | 53.2° | 2.98" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.2° | 43.7° | 54.9° | 2.45" | 0.0" |
| April | 67.3° | 45.0° | 56.2° | 1.07" | 0.0" |
| May | 68.3° | 48.6° | 58.4° | 0.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 70.2° | 51.2° | 60.7° | 0.08" | 0.0" |
| July | 70.9° | 53.9° | 62.4° | 0.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 72.5° | 54.2° | 63.4° | 0.04" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.7° | 52.5° | 63.6° | 0.06" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.2° | 48.8° | 61.5° | 0.61" | 0.0" |
| November | 68.1° | 43.4° | 55.8° | 1.58" | 0.0" |
| December | 62.4° | 40.2° | 51.3° | 2.75" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhorn CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Castroville CDP | CDP | 1.9 mi | — |
| Moss Landing CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Prunedale CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Las Lomas CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Pajaro Dunes CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95012. • 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.