ZIP Code 95965, California
ZIP Code 95965 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95965 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Butte County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 21,181. The land area covers 311.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,181 | ±1,518 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,178 | ±474 | 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 | 8,067 | ±460 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,178 | ±474 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 889 | ±259 |
| Median Home Value | $308,500 | ±$26,353 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,191 | ±$84 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $53,198 | ±$4,913 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,249 | ±$2,558 |
| Poverty Rate | 24.4% | ±4.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,967 | ±1,065 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.2% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,356 | ±588 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.9% | ±2.9% |
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: 208,334 (2024)
ID: 161096
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CAO
25 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 200, OROVILLE CA 95965
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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 | Chico, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Paradise, CA | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 01-12 | Oroville, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Bangor, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Berry Creek, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chico, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Biggs, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Biggs, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Chico, CA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Chico, 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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Butte College
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College | 5.6 mi away | 3536 Butte Campus Drive, Oroville, CA, 95965-8399 |
5308952511
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BUTTE COUNTY PUBLIC LAW LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 1675 MONTGOMERY STREET, OROVILLE, CA, 95965 |
(530) 538-7122
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Butte County Regional Occupational Program
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College Vocational | 15.0 mi away | 2491 Carmichael Drive Ste 100, Chico, CA, 95928-7191 |
5308797462
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OROVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 1820 MITCHELL AVENUE, OROVILLE, CA, 95966 |
(530) 552-5652
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California State University-Chico
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College | 17.4 mi away | First and Normal Sts, Chico, CA, 95929-0150 |
5308986116
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PARADISE BRANCH
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 5922 CLARK ROAD, PARADISE, CA, 95969 |
(530) 552-5652
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Cal Northern School of Law
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College | 19.0 mi away | 1395 Ridgewood Drive, Ste. 100, Chico, CA, 95973-8682 |
5308916900
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DURHAM BRANCH
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 2545 DURHAM DAYTON HWY, DURHAM, CA, 95938 |
(530) 552-5652
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BIGGS BRANCH
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 464A B ST., BIGGS, CA, 95917 |
(530) 552-5652
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GRIDLEY BRANCH
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 299 SPRUCE STREET, GRIDLEY, CA, 95948 |
(530) 552-5652
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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 OROVILLE, CA US, located 5.3 miles from ZCTA5 95965. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.7° | 39.7° | 48.7° | 5.79" | — |
| February | 62.2° | 42.4° | 52.3° | 5.62" | — |
| March | 67.5° | 45.6° | 56.6° | 4.71" | — |
| April | 73.5° | 48.3° | 60.9° | 2.23" | — |
| May | 82.3° | 54.0° | 68.2° | 1.43" | — |
| June | 91.1° | 59.2° | 75.2° | 0.59" | — |
| July | 96.8° | 63.0° | 79.9° | 0.01" | — |
| August | 95.5° | 61.1° | 78.3° | 0.13" | — |
| September | 89.6° | 57.1° | 73.3° | 0.37" | — |
| October | 79.2° | 51.1° | 65.1° | 1.33" | — |
| November | 65.7° | 44.6° | 55.2° | 2.85" | — |
| December | 57.5° | 39.9° | 48.7° | 5.50" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherokee CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Thermalito CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Butte Valley CDP | CDP | 6.6 mi | — |
| Oroville city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Kelly Ridge CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Yankee Hill CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95965. • 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.