| ZIP Code | 94945 |
|---|---|
| City | Novato |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Marin County |
| Area Code | 415/628 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 38.122687 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.553142 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.1 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.5% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 515 (4.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,984 (16.3%) |
| Some College | 858 (7%) |
| Associates | 1,579 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 868 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,384 (52.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,750 ▲ 44% above avg ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,094,300 ▲ 293% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,168/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,355 |
| Vacant Units | 262 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,355 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 262 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 94945 is located in Novato, California, within Marin County. With a population of 17,280, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.1 years. Economically, 94945 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,750 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 94945 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,094,300 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,168 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 94945 is majority White (59.29%). Residents are well-educated — 59.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has declined by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 94945 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 94945 in Novato, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,280 residents, a median household income of $109,750, and a median home value of $1,094,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.