ZIP Code 96150, California
ZIP Code 96150 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 96150 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in El Dorado County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 29,646. The land area covers 163.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,646 | ±840 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,864 | ±507 | 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 | 23,739 | ±637 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,864 | ±507 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10,875 | ±562 |
| Median Home Value | $707,500 | ±$25,368 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,667 | ±$123 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,517 | ±$7,436 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,865 | ±$5,442 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,523 | ±499 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,975 | ±657 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.2% | ±1.4% |
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: 192,823 (2024)
ID: 183752
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT AUDITOR-CONTROLLER
360 FAIR LN, PLACERVILLE CA 95667-4103
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Markleeville, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | South Lake Tahoe, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | South Lake Tahoe, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Markleeville, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-12 | Markleeville, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | South Lake Tahoe, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Zephyr Cove, NV | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | South Lake Tahoe, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | South Lake Tahoe, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | South Lake Tahoe, CA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lake Tahoe Community College
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College | 7.3 mi away | One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150 |
5305414660
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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 1000 RUFUS ALLEN BLVD., SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA, 96150 |
(530) 573-3185
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LAKE TAHOE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 233 WARRIOR WAY, ZEPHYR COVE, NV, 89448 |
(775) 588-6411
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DOUGLAS COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 1625 LIBRARY LANE, MINDEN, NV, 89423 |
(775) 782-9841
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DOUGLAS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 1625 LIBRARY LANE, MINDEN, NV, 89423 |
(775) 782-9841
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ALPINE COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 270 LARAMIE ST., MARKLEEVILLE, CA, 96120 |
(530) 694-2120
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ALPINE COUNTY LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 270 LARAMIE ST., MARKLEEVILLE, CA, 96120 |
(530) 694-2120
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TAHOE CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 740 N. LAKE BLVD., TAHOE CITY, CA, 96145 |
(530) 583-3382
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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 SOUTH LAKE TAHOE AP, CA US, located 5.1 miles from ZCTA5 96150. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.8° | 18.4° | 30.6° | 2.81" | — |
| February | 43.4° | 19.3° | 31.3° | 3.75" | — |
| March | 47.8° | 23.7° | 35.8° | 2.87" | — |
| April | 53.2° | 27.6° | 40.4° | 1.27" | — |
| May | 62.1° | 33.2° | 47.6° | 1.32" | — |
| June | 72.0° | 38.1° | 55.1° | 0.55" | — |
| July | 80.4° | 42.5° | 61.5° | 0.39" | — |
| August | 79.7° | 41.0° | 60.4° | 0.36" | — |
| September | 73.4° | 35.4° | 54.4° | 0.28" | — |
| October | 62.2° | 29.2° | 45.7° | 1.43" | — |
| November | 50.9° | 23.3° | 37.1° | 1.94" | — |
| December | 42.8° | 18.0° | 30.4° | 3.49" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meyers CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| South Lake Tahoe city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Stateline CDP | CDP | 10.4 mi | — |
| Kirkwood CDP | CDP | 11.5 mi | — |
| Round Hill Village CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
| Zephyr Cove CDP | CDP | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 96150. • 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.