ZIP Code 96103, California
ZIP Code 96103 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 96103 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Plumas County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,112. The land area covers 97.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,112 | ±245 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 67.1 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 521 | ±124 | 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 | 1,757 | ±200 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 521 | ±124 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,236 | ±174 |
| Median Home Value | $469,400 | ±$48,742 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,589 | ±$40,355 |
| Per Capita Income | $63,890 | ±$14,422 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.8% | ±7.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 98 | ±87 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 321 | ±141 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.2% | ±8.8% |
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: 18,834 (2024)
ID: 183754
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
520 MAIN ST, RM 309, QUINCY CA 95971-9115
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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 | Portola, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Portola, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Quincy, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Quincy, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-09 | Quincy, CA | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | Quincy, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Portola, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | Quincy, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Quincy, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Quincy, CA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Feather River Community College District
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College | 20.0 mi away | 570 Golden Eagle Ave, Quincy, CA, 95971-9124 |
5302830202
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PORTOLA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 34 3RD AVE., PORTOLA, CA, 96122 |
(530) 832-4241
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SIERRA CITY STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | HWY. 49, SIERRA CITY, CA, 96125 |
(530) 862-0210
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DOWNIEVILLE STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 318 COMMERCIAL ST., DOWNIEVILLE, CA, 95936 |
(530) 289-3544
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PLUMAS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 445 JACKSON ST., QUINCY, CA, 95971 |
(530) 283-6310
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ALLEGHANY STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 23.2 mi away | 100 HOPE LANE, ALLEGHANY, CA, 95910 |
(530) 287-3287
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LOYALTON STATION LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 511 MAIN ST., LOYALTON, CA, 96118 |
(530) 993-1105
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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 PORTOLA, CA US, located 10.7 miles from ZCTA5 96103. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.0° | 19.3° | 31.1° | 4.16" | 11.7" |
| February | 46.0° | 21.4° | 33.7° | 3.93" | 7.6" |
| March | 51.6° | 25.3° | 38.4° | 3.57" | 6.4" |
| April | 57.7° | 29.1° | 43.4° | 1.55" | 1.8" |
| May | 67.0° | 35.1° | 51.0° | 1.15" | 0.2" |
| June | 77.2° | 40.1° | 58.7° | 0.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 44.6° | 65.5° | 0.34" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.2° | 42.6° | 63.9° | 0.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.8° | 37.1° | 58.0° | 0.44" | 0.1" |
| October | 66.4° | 29.7° | 48.1° | 1.07" | 0.4" |
| November | 52.5° | 24.1° | 38.3° | 2.03" | 2.4" |
| December | 42.1° | 19.4° | 30.7° | 4.28" | 7.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumas Eureka CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Johnsville CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Graeagle CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Blairsden CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mohawk Vista CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| C-Road CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 96103. • 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.