| ZIP Code | 89434 |
|---|---|
| City | Sparks |
| State | Nevada (NV) |
| County | Washoe County |
| Area Code | 775 |
| Elevation | 5,394 ft |
| Latitude | 39.540617 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.543993 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 32031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 301 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,799 (26.4%) |
| Some College | 2,571 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 3,044 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,111 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,357 (29.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,953 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $439,000 ▲ 57% above avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,857/mo ↑ 51% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,680 |
| Vacant Units | 848 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,680 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 848 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 89434 is located in Sparks, Nevada, within Washoe County. With a population of 27,798, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 89434 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $90,953 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 89434 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $439,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,857 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 58% since 2019.
The population of 89434 is majority White (60.95%). Residents are well-educated — 41.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 89434 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 89434 in Sparks, NV is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,798 residents, a median household income of $90,953, and a median home value of $439,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nevada.