ZIP Code 95973, California
ZIP Code 95973 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 95973 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Butte County / Tehama County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 39,031. The land area covers 300.13 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 39,031 | ±1,653 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,323 | ±635 | 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 | 16,353 | ±574 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,323 | ±635 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,030 | ±363 |
| Median Home Value | $489,900 | ±$13,560 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,619 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,813 | ±$6,584 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,086 | ±$2,431 |
| Poverty Rate | 11% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,279 | ±772 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,716 | ±1,115 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.1% | ±1.2% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Chico, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Chico, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Paradise, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chico, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Chico, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Chico, CA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Chico, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Chico, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Orland, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Magalia, 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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Cal Northern School of Law
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College | 7.1 mi away | 1395 Ridgewood Drive, Ste. 100, Chico, CA, 95973-8682 |
5308916900
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CHICO BRANCH
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 1108 SHERMAN AVENUE, CHICO, CA, 95926 |
(530) 552-5652
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California State University-Chico
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College | 10.2 mi away | First and Normal Sts, Chico, CA, 95929-0150 |
5308986116
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HAMILTON CITY CHESTER WALKER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 330 BROADWAY, HAMILTON CITY, CA, 95951 |
(530) 826-3277
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Butte County Regional Occupational Program
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College Vocational | 11.5 mi away | 2491 Carmichael Drive Ste 100, Chico, CA, 95928-7191 |
5308797462
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PARADISE BRANCH
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 5922 CLARK ROAD, PARADISE, CA, 95969 |
(530) 552-5652
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Butte College
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College | 19.4 mi away | 3536 Butte Campus Drive, Oroville, CA, 95965-8399 |
5308952511
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DURHAM BRANCH
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 2545 DURHAM DAYTON HWY, DURHAM, CA, 95938 |
(530) 552-5652
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LOS MOLINOS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 7881 HIGHWAY 99E, LOS MOLINOS, CA, 96055 |
(530) 384-2772
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CORNING BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 740 THIRD ST., CORNING, CA, 96021 |
(530) 824-7050
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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 CHICO UNIV FARM, CA US, located 13.0 miles from ZCTA5 95973. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.1° | 36.2° | 46.1° | 5.12" | — |
| February | 62.2° | 38.3° | 50.3° | 5.14" | — |
| March | 66.7° | 41.6° | 54.2° | 3.63" | — |
| April | 72.8° | 45.3° | 59.0° | 1.95" | — |
| May | 81.3° | 52.2° | 66.8° | 1.35" | — |
| June | 89.3° | 57.4° | 73.4° | 0.64" | — |
| July | 95.2° | 61.0° | 78.1° | 0.03" | — |
| August | 94.3° | 59.0° | 76.7° | 0.10" | — |
| September | 90.9° | 54.9° | 72.9° | 0.25" | — |
| October | 79.7° | 47.4° | 63.5° | 1.73" | — |
| November | 65.0° | 39.8° | 52.4° | 2.41" | — |
| December | 56.6° | 36.3° | 46.4° | 5.04" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cohasset CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Chico city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Nord CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
| Forest Ranch CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
| Vina CDP | CDP | 10.9 mi | — |
| Butte Creek Canyon CDP | CDP | 12.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 95973. • 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.