ZIP Code 96146, California
ZIP Code 96146 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 96146 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Placer County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,154. The land area covers 40.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,154 | ±201 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 546 | ±91 | 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 | 2,238 | ±194 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 546 | ±91 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,692 | ±163 |
| Median Home Value | $1,455,100 | ±$294,337 |
| 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 | $160,833 | ±$65,726 |
| Per Capita Income | $111,448 | ±$29,960 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% | ±6.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 131 | ±77 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±4.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 639 | ±148 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.1% | ±4.6% |
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: 433,822 (2024)
ID: 123087
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
175 FULWEILER AVE, AUBURN CA 95603-4543
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Truckee, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Truckee, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Olympic Valley, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Kingvale, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Truckee, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Kings Beach, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Tahoe City, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Tahoe City, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Truckee, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Truckee, 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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Paul Mitchell the School-North Tahoe
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College Vocational | 7.4 mi away | 12047 Donner Pass Road Suite A 1, Truckee, CA, 96161-0000 |
5305634716
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TAHOE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 740 N. LAKE BLVD., TAHOE CITY, CA, 96145 |
(530) 583-3382
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Western Nevada College
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College | 24.4 mi away | 2201 West College Parkway, Carson City, NV, 89703-7399 |
7754453000
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TRUCKEE LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 10031 LEVON AVENUE, TRUCKEE, CA, 96161 |
(530) 582-7846
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Lake Tahoe Community College
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College | 24.9 mi away | One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150 |
5305414660
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KINGS BEACH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 301 SECLINE STREET, KINGS BEACH, CA, 96143 |
(530) 546-2021
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INCLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 845 ALDER AVE, INCLINE VILLAGE, NV, 89451 |
(775) 832-4130
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LAKE TAHOE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 233 WARRIOR WAY, ZEPHYR COVE, NV, 89448 |
(775) 588-6411
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 1000 RUFUS ALLEN BLVD., SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA, 96150 |
(530) 573-3185
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VERDI COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 270 BRIDGE STREET, VERDI, NV, 89439 |
(775) 345-8104
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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 TAHOE CITY, CA US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 96146. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.6° | 20.6° | 30.1° | 6.21" | 37.9" |
| February | 40.5° | 21.1° | 30.8° | 5.72" | 41.3" |
| March | 44.6° | 24.1° | 34.3° | 4.95" | 34.7" |
| April | 50.1° | 27.6° | 38.9° | 2.23" | 14.0" |
| May | 59.2° | 33.9° | 46.6° | 1.57" | 2.8" |
| June | 69.3° | 40.0° | 54.6° | 0.61" | 0.2" |
| July | 78.0° | 46.0° | 62.0° | 0.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.4° | 45.4° | 61.4° | 0.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.4° | 40.5° | 55.4° | 0.42" | 0.1" |
| October | 59.2° | 32.6° | 45.9° | 1.89" | 2.4" |
| November | 47.7° | 25.9° | 36.8° | 3.21" | 9.4" |
| December | 39.7° | 20.7° | 30.2° | 6.00" | 36.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside-Tahoe City CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Dollar Point CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Cedar Flat CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Carnelian Bay CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Truckee town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| Tahoe Vista CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 96146. • 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.