US ZIP Code
89501

Reno, NV

Washoe County  ·  Nevada

● Active
👥 3,641 Population ↓ 8% since 2019
💰 $32,990 Median HH Income
▼ 57% below avg ↓ 21% since 2019
🎂 55.6 Median Age ↑ 13% since 2019
🏠 $379,800 Median Home Value
▲ 36% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019
🎓 46.6% College Grads
▲ 20% above avg
📊 14.4% Unemployment
▲ 193% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code89501
CityReno
StateNevada (NV)
CountyWashoe County
Area Code775
Elevation4,480 ft
Latitude39.526024
Longitude-119.812624
TimezoneLos Angeles (DST)
FIPS32031
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 54.7% (1,990) Female 45.3% (1,651) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 71.8%Hispanic: 11%Black: 8.1%Asian: 4.3%Other: 2.9%Race
White71.8%
Hispanic11.0%
Black8.1%
Asian4.3%
Other2.9%

Age Breakdown

5–17
0%
18–24
9%
25–44
28%
45–64
34%
65+
15%

Key Indicators

Median Age55.6 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.23
Below Poverty34.1% ▲ 241% above avg
College Grads46.6% ▲ 20% above avg
Unemployment14.4% ▲ 193% above avg
No HS Diploma31 (1%)
HS Graduate602 (19.6%)
Some College529 (17.3%)
Associates475 (15.5%)
Bachelors133 (4.3%)
Graduate Degree1,295 (42.3%)

Education

No HS: 1%HS Grad: 19.6%Some College: 17.3%Associates: 15.5%Bachelors: 4.3%Graduate: 42.3%Edu
No HS1.0%
HS Grad19.6%
Some College17.3%
Associates15.5%
Bachelors4.3%
Graduate42.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 23.6%Renter: 76.4%Tenure
Owner23.6%
Renter76.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
8%
$100k–150k
4%
$150k–200k
3%
$200k–300k
21%
$300k–500k
29%
Over $500k
35%

Financials

Median HH Income$32,990 ▼ 57% below avg ↓ 21% since 2019
Median Home Value$379,800 ▲ 36% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio11.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,089/mo ↑ 49% since 2019
Total Units2,975
Vacant Units474
Avg HH Size1.23

Income Distribution

Under $25k
39%
$25k–50k
23%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
4%
$100k–150k
6%
$150k–200k
5%
Over $200k
7%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
47%
Public Transit
17%
Walked
17%
Work From Home
20%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
34%
15–30 min
35%
30–45 min
15%
Over 45 min
16%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1940s–1950s
11%
1960s–1970s
12%
1980s–1990s
22%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units2,975
Vacant474
Owner Occupied23.6%
Renter Occupied76.4%
Avg HH Size1.23
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 89501 is in Reno, NV, in Washoe County.
ZIP code 89501 is located in Nevada (NV).
ZIP code 89501 is in Washoe County, NV.
ZIP 89501 observes the Los Angeles timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 89501 is 3,641 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 89501 is $32,990 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 89501 is $379,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 89501

ZIP code 89501 is located in Reno, Nevada, within Washoe County. With a population of 3,641, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.6 years. Economically, 89501 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $32,990 is well below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 89501 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $379,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,089 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 76.4% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 8% since 2019.

The population of 89501 is primarily White (71.79%). Residents are well-educated — 46.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 34.1%. Household income has declined by 21% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 89501 stands at 14.4%, which is more than double the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 39%.

Overall, ZIP code 89501 in Reno, NV is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and an older community. With 3,641 residents, a median household income of $32,990, and a median home value of $379,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Nevada.