| ZIP Code | 95465 |
|---|---|
| City | Occidental |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Sonoma County |
| Area Code | 369/707 |
| Elevation | 1,096 ft |
| Latitude | 38.417342 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -123.046012 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06097 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.9% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 56% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 158 (16.9%) |
| Some College | 60 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 157 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 58 (6.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 501 (53.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,650 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 88% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,122,500 ▲ 303% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,820/mo ↓ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,012 |
| Vacant Units | 487 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,012 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 487 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
ZIP code 95465 is located in Occidental, California, within Sonoma County. With a population of 1,154, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.7 years. Economically, 95465 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,650 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95465 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,122,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,820 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.
The population of 95465 is primarily White (79.38%). Residents are well-educated — 59.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 88% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95465 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 95465 in Occidental, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,154 residents, a median household income of $123,650, and a median home value of $1,122,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.