| ZIP Code | 89448 |
|---|---|
| City | Zephyr Cove |
| State | Nevada (NV) |
| County | Douglas County |
| Area Code | 775 |
| Elevation | 7,449 ft |
| Latitude | 38.996464 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -119.917493 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 32005 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.2% ▲ 71% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 133 (9.3%) |
| Some College | 77 (5.4%) |
| Associates | 266 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 218 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 733 (51%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $136,250 ▲ 79% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,336,500 ▲ 379% above avg ↑ 85% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,034/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,744 |
| Vacant Units | 881 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,744 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 881 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 89448 is located in Zephyr Cove, Nevada, within Douglas County. With a population of 1,961, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.3 years. Economically, 89448 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $136,250 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 89448 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,336,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,034 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 85% since 2019.
The population of 89448 is primarily White (70.68%). Residents are highly educated — 66.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%. Household income has grown by 54% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 89448 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 89448 in Zephyr Cove, NV is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,961 residents, a median household income of $136,250, and a median home value of $1,336,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nevada.