ZIP Code 95121, California
ZIP Code 95121 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95121 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Santa Clara County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,463. The land area covers 4.45 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,463 | ±2,080 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.8 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,828 | ±455 | 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 | 10,005 | ±453 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,828 | ±455 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 177 | ±110 |
| Median Home Value | $1,051,900 | ±$30,514 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,061 | ±$228 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $150,605 | ±$13,476 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,493 | ±$2,613 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,671 | ±445 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.6% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 18,496 | ±1,007 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.7% | ±1.8% |
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: 1,926,325 (2024)
ID: 183756
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CENSUS PROGRAM MANAGER
70 W HEDDING ST, SAN JOSE CA 95110-1768
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Cupertino, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | San Jose, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | San Jose, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | San Jose, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | San Jose, 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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Paul Mitchell the School-San Jose
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College Vocational | 1.5 mi away | 2200 Eastridge Loop, Unit #1004, San Jose, CA, 95122 |
4085319036
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EVERGREEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 2635 ABORN RD., SAN JOSE, CA, 95121 |
(408) 808-3060
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Evergreen Valley College
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College | 2.4 mi away | 3095 Yerba Buena Rd, San Jose, CA, 95135-1598 |
4082747900
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TULLY COMMUNITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 880 TULLY RD, SAN JOSE, CA, 95111 |
(408) 808-3030
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Carrington College-San Jose
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College | 4.3 mi away | 5883 Rue Ferrari #125, San Jose, CA, 95138 |
4083373534
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SEVEN TREES BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 3590 CAS DR, SAN JOSE, CA, 95111 |
(408) 808-3056
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CET-San Jose
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College Vocational | 4.4 mi away | 701 Vine St, San Jose, CA, 95110 |
4082877924
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VILLAGE SQUARE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 4001 EVERGREEN VILLAGE SQUARE, SAN JOSE, CA, 95135 |
(408) 808-3093
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San Jose State University
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College | 4.5 mi away | One Washington Square, San Jose, CA, 95192-0186 |
4089241000
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HILLVIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 1600 HOPKINS DR., SAN JOSE, CA, 95122 |
(408) 808-3033
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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 JOSE, CA US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 95121. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59.0° | 43.3° | 51.1° | 2.97" | 0.0" |
| February | 62.8° | 45.4° | 54.1° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.4° | 47.6° | 57.0° | 2.64" | 0.0" |
| April | 70.0° | 49.8° | 59.9° | 1.24" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.9° | 53.3° | 64.1° | 0.54" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.1° | 57.0° | 68.5° | 0.17" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 59.1° | 70.6° | 0.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.7° | 59.8° | 71.2° | 0.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.4° | 58.2° | 69.8° | 0.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.6° | 53.8° | 64.2° | 0.80" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.0° | 47.2° | 56.1° | 1.36" | 0.0" |
| December | 58.8° | 42.8° | 50.8° | 3.07" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose city | City | 0.6 mi | — |
| Alum Rock CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| East Foothills CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Burbank CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Fruitdale CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Cambrian Park CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95121. • 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.