| ZIP Code | 95340 |
|---|---|
| City | Merced |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Merced County |
| Area Code | 209/350 |
| Elevation | 287 ft |
| Latitude | 37.340087 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.406406 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.83 |
| Below Poverty | 17.9% ▲ 79% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 12.6% ▲ 157% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 625 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,170 (24.7%) |
| Some College | 2,793 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 3,816 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,751 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,775 (27.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,141 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $383,200 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,204/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 13,553 |
| Vacant Units | 939 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 13,553 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 939 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
ZIP code 95340 is located in Merced, California, within Merced County. With a population of 38,045, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.8 years. Economically, 95340 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,141 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95340 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $383,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,204 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.3%) and renters (43.8%). Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 95340 is majority Hispanic (51.06%). Residents are well-educated — 40.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.9%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95340 stands at 12.6%, which is more than double the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 95340 in Merced, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 38,045 residents, a median household income of $65,141, and a median home value of $383,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.