ZIP Code 95551, California
ZIP Code 95551 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95551 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Humboldt County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,880. The land area covers 42.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,880 | ±399 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs | ±4.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 711 | ±141 | 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 | 792 | ±150 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 711 | ±141 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 81 | ±60 |
| Median Home Value | $558,100 | ±$92,951 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,140 | ±$259 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,519 | ±$24,943 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,537 | ±$6,423 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 256 | ±104 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.4% | ±5.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 855 | ±234 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±5.7% |
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: 132,380 (2024)
ID: 161099
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST TRAINE
825 5TH ST, RM 111, EUREKA CA 95501-1169
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Eureka, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Eureka, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Eureka, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Arcata, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Arcata, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Blue Lake, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Eureka, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Arcata, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Carlotta, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Eureka, 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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College of the Redwoods
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College | 2.5 mi away | 7351 Tompkins Hill Rd, Eureka, CA, 95501-9300 |
7074764100
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FORTUNA LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 775 14TH ST., FORTUNA, CA, 95540 |
(707) 725-3460
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Fredrick and Charles Beauty College
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College Vocational | 9.2 mi away | 831 F St, Eureka, CA, 95501 |
7074432733
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FERNDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 807 MAIN STREET, FERNDALE, CA, 95536 |
(707) 786-9559
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California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt
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College | 16.1 mi away | 1 Harpst Street, Arcata, CA, 95521-8299 |
7078263011
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HUMBOLDT COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 812 4TH ST., ROOM G04, EUREKA, CA, 95501 |
(707) 476-2356
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EUREKA MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 1313 THIRD ST., EUREKA, CA, 95501 |
(707) 269-1929
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HUMBOLDT COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 1313 THIRD STREET, EUREKA, CA, 95501 |
(707) 269-1990
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RIO DELL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 715 WILDWOOD AVE., RIO DELL, CA, 95562 |
(707) 764-3333
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ARCATA LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 500 SEVENTH ST., ARCATA, CA, 95521 |
(707) 822-5954
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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 EUREKA WFO WOODLEY ISLAND, CA US, located 10.0 miles from ZCTA5 95551. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55.1° | 40.8° | 47.9° | 6.67" | 0.0" |
| February | 55.4° | 41.3° | 48.4° | 5.64" | 0.0" |
| March | 56.1° | 42.4° | 49.2° | 5.75" | 0.0" |
| April | 57.4° | 44.2° | 50.8° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| May | 59.6° | 47.7° | 53.7° | 1.66" | 0.0" |
| June | 61.9° | 50.1° | 56.0° | 0.70" | 0.0" |
| July | 63.1° | 52.4° | 57.7° | 0.18" | 0.0" |
| August | 64.0° | 53.0° | 58.5° | 0.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 63.9° | 50.5° | 57.2° | 0.68" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.9° | 46.8° | 54.3° | 2.31" | 0.0" |
| November | 57.8° | 43.2° | 50.5° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.7° | 40.0° | 47.4° | 8.10" | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loleta CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Fields Landing CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Humboldt Hill CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Pine Hills CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Bayview CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Ferndale city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95551. • 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.