ZIP Code 95246, California
ZIP Code 95246 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95246 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Calaveras County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,672. The land area covers 69.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,672 | ±706 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.7 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 624 | ±226 | 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 | 769 | ±228 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 624 | ±226 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 145 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $417,100 | ±$67,612 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,297 | ±$935 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $98,269 | ±$60,758 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,026 | ±$14,122 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.9% | ±20.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 416 | ±382 |
| Unemployment Rate | 17.4% | ±16.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 385 | ±186 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.4% | ±20.3% |
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: 46,505 (2024)
ID: 123084
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
891 MOUNTAIN RANCH RD, SAN ANDREAS CA 95249-9709
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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 | Murphys, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Avery, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Sonora, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | M | Sonora, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Angels Camp, CA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Angels Camp, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | San Andreas, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | San Andreas, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | San Andreas, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | San Andreas, 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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Columbia College
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College | 16.1 mi away | 11600 Columbia College Dr, Sonora, CA, 95370 |
2095885100
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ARNOLD BRANCH
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 1065 BLAGEN ROAD, ARNOLD, CA, 95223 |
(209) 795-1009
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MURPHYS BRANCH
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 480 PARK LANE, MURPHYS, CA, 95247 |
(209) 728-3036
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CALAVERAS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 1299 GOLD HUNTER ROAD, SAN ANDREAS, CA, 95249 |
(209) 754-6510
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CALAVERAS COUNTY LIBRARY ON THE GO!
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 1299 GOLD HUNTER ROAD, SAN ANDREAS, CA, 95249 |
(209) 754-6700
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CALAVERAS COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 891 MOUNTAIN RANCH ROAD, SAN ANDREAS, CA, 95249 |
(209) 754-6314
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WEST POINT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 54 BALD MOUNTAIN ROAD, WEST POINT, CA, 95255 |
(209) 293-7020
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ANGELS CAMP BRANCH
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 426 N. MAIN STREET, ANGELS CAMP, CA, 95222 |
(209) 736-2198
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MOKELUMNE HILL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 8328 MAIN ST., MOKELUMNE HILL, CA, 95245 |
(209) 286-0507
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PIONEER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 25070 BUCKHORN RIDGE RD., PIONEER, CA, 95666 |
(209) 295-7330
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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 CALAVERAS BIG TREES, CA US, located 9.8 miles from ZCTA5 95246. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45.0° | 30.4° | 37.7° | 10.57" | 19.3" |
| February | 45.7° | 30.1° | 37.9° | 9.82" | 25.9" |
| March | 48.7° | 31.8° | 40.3° | 8.48" | 19.2" |
| April | 54.1° | 34.9° | 44.5° | 4.59" | 11.4" |
| May | 62.6° | 41.7° | 52.1° | 2.79" | 2.2" |
| June | 73.0° | 49.0° | 61.0° | 0.95" | 0.1" |
| July | 80.5° | 55.7° | 68.1° | 0.11" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.8° | 54.9° | 67.3° | 0.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.7° | 50.6° | 62.1° | 0.39" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.5° | 42.5° | 53.0° | 2.93" | 0.3" |
| November | 52.0° | 34.4° | 43.2° | 5.17" | 7.7" |
| December | 44.0° | 29.7° | 36.8° | 9.65" | 18.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheep Ranch CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Mountain Ranch CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Rail Road Flat CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Avery CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Forest Meadows CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Arnold CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95246. • 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.