| ZIP Code | 89436 |
|---|---|
| City | Sparks |
| State | Nevada (NV) |
| County | Washoe County |
| Area Code | 775 |
| Elevation | 4,464 ft |
| Latitude | 39.617274 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.704343 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 32031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.1% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 285 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,397 (20%) |
| Some College | 4,839 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 5,375 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,522 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,527 (36.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,485 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $546,600 ▲ 96% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,011/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,819 |
| Vacant Units | 902 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,819 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 902 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
ZIP code 89436 is located in Sparks, Nevada, within Washoe County. With a population of 48,221, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.1 years. Economically, 89436 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,485 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 89436 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $546,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,011 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 89436 is majority White (67.67%). Residents are well-educated — 47.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 89436 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 89436 in Sparks, NV is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 48,221 residents, a median household income of $109,485, and a median home value of $546,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nevada.