ZIP Code 95470, California
ZIP Code 95470 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95470 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Mendocino County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,226. The land area covers 69.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,226 | ±790 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,206 | ±265 | 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 | 2,445 | ±262 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,206 | ±265 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 239 | ±136 |
| Median Home Value | $627,500 | ±$45,020 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,162 | ±$194 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $76,250 | ±$35,038 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,088 | ±$8,629 |
| Poverty Rate | 25.6% | ±8.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,595 | ±575 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.4% | ±5.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,731 | ±637 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±15.6% |
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: 89,175 (2024)
ID: 161104
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
501 LOW GAP RD, UKIAH CA 95482-4438
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Willits, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Willits, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Willits, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Ukiah, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Potter Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Redwood Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ukiah, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Ukiah, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Willits, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Ukiah, 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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Mendocino College
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College | 7.6 mi away | 1000 Hensley Creek Road, Ukiah, CA, 95482 |
7074683000
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WILLITS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 390 E. COMMERCIAL ST., WILLITS, CA, 95490 |
(707) 459-5908
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Ukiah Adult School
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College Vocational | 9.6 mi away | 1056 North Bush Street, Ukiah, CA, 95482-3865 |
7074635217
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MENDOCINO COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 105 N. MAIN ST., UKIAH, CA, 95482 |
(707) 463-4694
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DHARMA REALM BUDDHIST UNIVERSITY
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College | 12.2 mi away | 1991 Virtue Way, Ukiah, CA, 95482-6050 |
7076217000
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MENDOCINO COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 100 N. STATE ST., ROOM 307, UKIAH, CA, 95482 |
(707) 463-4201
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UKIAH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 105 N. MAIN ST., UKIAH, CA, 95482 |
(707) 463-4490
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UPPER LAKE LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 310 SECOND ST., UPPER LAKE, CA, 95485 |
(707) 275-2049
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LAKE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 1425 N. HIGH, LAKEPORT, CA, 95453 |
(707) 263-8817
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LAKE COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 1425 N. HIGH STREET, LAKEPORT, CA, 95453 | — |
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 POTTER VALLEY POWERHOUSE, CA US, located 7.4 miles from ZCTA5 95470. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.4° | 34.9° | 46.1° | 8.21" | 0.0" |
| February | 61.4° | 36.4° | 48.9° | 7.72" | 0.0" |
| March | 66.0° | 38.9° | 52.4° | 6.28" | 0.0" |
| April | 70.7° | 40.8° | 55.8° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| May | 78.9° | 45.1° | 62.0° | 1.86" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.0° | 49.9° | 68.4° | 0.54" | 0.0" |
| July | 95.0° | 54.4° | 74.7° | 0.04" | 0.0" |
| August | 94.1° | 52.7° | 73.4° | 0.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 90.3° | 48.7° | 69.5° | 0.30" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.9° | 43.3° | 61.1° | 1.86" | 0.0" |
| November | 64.3° | 38.2° | 51.2° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| December | 56.0° | 34.5° | 45.3° | 9.77" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Valley CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Calpella CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| Potter Valley CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Willits city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Ukiah city | City | 10.8 mi | — |
| Talmage CDP | CDP | 12.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95470. • 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.