ZIP Code 95959, California
ZIP Code 95959 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95959 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Nevada County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 17,683. The land area covers 311.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,683 | ±1,154 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,437 | ±530 | 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 | 8,815 | ±486 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,437 | ±530 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,378 | ±377 |
| Median Home Value | $627,100 | ±$25,876 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,675 | ±$271 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,524 | ±$10,307 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,869 | ±$4,466 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,813 | ±514 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,375 | ±733 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±2.3% |
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: 102,195 (2024)
ID: 193100
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK OF THE BOARD
950 MAIDU AVE, NEVADA CITY CA 95959-8698
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Alta, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Grass Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Grass Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Camptonville, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Grass Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Grass Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Grass Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Nevada City, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Downieville, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Downieville, CA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ALLEGHANY STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 100 HOPE LANE, ALLEGHANY, CA, 95910 |
(530) 287-3287
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NEVADA COUNTY LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 201 CHURCH ST., STE. 9, NEVADA CITY, CA, 95959 |
(530) 265-7161
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MADELYN HELLING COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 980 HELLING WAY, NEVADA CITY, CA, 95959 |
(530) 265-7050
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DORIS FOLEY LIBRARY FOR HISTORICAL RESEARCH
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 211 N. PINE ST., NEVADA CITY, CA, 95959 |
(530) 265-4606
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GRASS VALLEY LIBRARY-ROYCE BRANCH
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 207 MILL STREET, GRASS VALLEY, CA, 95945 |
(530) 273-4117
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DOWNIEVILLE STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 318 COMMERCIAL ST., DOWNIEVILLE, CA, 95936 |
(530) 289-3544
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SIERRA CITY STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | HWY. 49, SIERRA CITY, CA, 96125 |
(530) 862-0210
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COLFAX LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 10 W.CHURCH ST., COLFAX, CA, 95713 |
(530) 346-8211
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PENN VALLEY STATION
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 11336 PLEASANT VALLEY ROAD, PENN VALLEY, CA, 95946 |
(530) 432-5764
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FORESTHILL LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 24580 MAIN ST., FORESTHILL, CA, 95631 |
(530) 367-2785
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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 BLUE CANYON AP, CA US, located 10.0 miles from ZCTA5 95959. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.5° | 34.4° | 40.4° | 10.55" | — |
| February | 45.0° | 33.1° | 39.0° | 10.06" | — |
| March | 48.2° | 34.7° | 41.5° | 8.95" | — |
| April | 52.0° | 37.5° | 44.8° | 5.11" | — |
| May | 60.6° | 45.6° | 53.1° | 4.11" | — |
| June | 69.8° | 54.4° | 62.1° | 1.14" | — |
| July | 77.8° | 62.7° | 70.2° | 0.04" | — |
| August | 77.4° | 62.1° | 69.8° | 0.20" | — |
| September | 72.9° | 57.2° | 65.1° | 0.59" | — |
| October | 62.9° | 48.1° | 55.5° | 3.59" | — |
| November | 51.2° | 39.0° | 45.1° | 7.20" | — |
| December | 44.8° | 33.6° | 39.2° | 10.90" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Alleghany CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Pike CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
| Graniteville CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| Alta CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
| Dutch Flat CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95959. • 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.