| ZIP Code | 95066 |
|---|---|
| City | Scotts Valley |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Santa Cruz County |
| Area Code | 831 |
| Elevation | 763 ft |
| Latitude | 37.067198 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.014521 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06087 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 4.8% ▼ 52% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.2% ▲ 73% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 72 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,087 (10%) |
| Some College | 726 (6.7%) |
| Associates | 1,666 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,349 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,919 (54.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $146,941 ▲ 93% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,113,000 ▲ 299% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,384/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,733 |
| Vacant Units | 574 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,733 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 574 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 95066 is located in Scotts Valley, California, within Santa Cruz County. With a population of 15,369, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.5 years. Economically, 95066 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $146,941 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95066 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,113,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,384 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 95066 is primarily White (74.89%). Residents are highly educated — 67.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.8%. Household income has grown by 32% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95066 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 95066 in Scotts Valley, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,369 residents, a median household income of $146,941, and a median home value of $1,113,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.