ZIP Code 95317, California
ZIP Code 95317 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95317 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Merced County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 827. The land area covers 46.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 827 | ±284 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 265 | ±85 | 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 | 287 | ±89 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 265 | ±85 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 22 | ±19 |
| Median Home Value | $366,700 | ±$360,357 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,016 | ±$218 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,153 | ±$9,947 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,832 | ±$13,801 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.8% | ±14.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 164 | ±135 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 354 | ±121 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 58.9% | ±12.5% |
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: 296,774 (2024)
ID: 161105
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICE
2222 M ST, MERCED CA 95340
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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 | Merced, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Merced, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Merced, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Chowchilla, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Dos Palos, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Dos Palos, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Planada, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Merced, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chowchilla, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Merced, 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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Sierra College of Beauty
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College Vocational | 12.4 mi away | 1340 W 18th St, Merced, CA, 95340 |
2097232989
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DOS PALOS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 2002 ALMOND, DOS PALOS, CA, 93620 |
(209) 392-2155
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Milan Institute-Merced
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College Vocational | 13.5 mi away | 780 Loughborough Drive, Merced, CA, 95340-2626 |
2092309420
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MERCED COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 2100 O ST., MERCED, CA, 95340 |
(209) 500-7249
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Merced College
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College | 14.5 mi away | 3600 M St, Merced, CA, 95348-2806 |
2093846000
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MERCED COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 2100 O ST., MERCED, CA, 95340 |
(209) 385-7484
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University of California-Merced
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College | 17.1 mi away | 5200 North Lake Road, Merced, CA, 95343-5603 |
2092284400
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CHOWCHILLA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 300 KINGS AVE., CHOWCHILLA, CA, 93610 |
(559) 665-2630
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LE GRAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 12949 LE GRAND ROAD, LE GRAND, CA, 95333 |
(209) 389-4541
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ATWATER BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 1600 THIRD ST., ATWATER, CA, 95301 |
(209) 358-6651
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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 MERCED MUNI AP, CA US, located 10.9 miles from ZCTA5 95317. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.6° | 37.0° | 46.3° | 2.37" | — |
| February | 62.0° | 39.1° | 50.5° | 2.20" | — |
| March | 68.1° | 42.3° | 55.2° | 1.82" | — |
| April | 74.0° | 45.4° | 59.7° | 1.12" | — |
| May | 82.7° | 52.1° | 67.4° | 0.55" | — |
| June | 90.7° | 57.6° | 74.2° | 0.12" | — |
| July | 96.3° | 61.7° | 79.0° | 0.00" | — |
| August | 95.1° | 60.6° | 77.9° | 0.00" | — |
| September | 90.5° | 56.5° | 73.5° | 0.05" | — |
| October | 79.6° | 49.0° | 64.3° | 0.64" | — |
| November | 66.1° | 40.8° | 53.5° | 1.02" | — |
| December | 56.0° | 36.0° | 46.0° | 1.91" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Nido CDP | CDP | 0.5 mi | — |
| Dos Palos Y CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Dos Palos city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Bear Creek CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Merced city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
| South Dos Palos CDP | CDP | 13.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95317. • 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.