| ZIP Code | 95946 |
|---|---|
| City | Penn Valley |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Nevada County |
| Area Code | 530 |
| Elevation | 1,582 ft |
| Latitude | 39.209159 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.213824 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.0% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 73 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,662 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 851 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 1,194 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 832 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,526 (35.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,700 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $534,400 ▲ 92% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,049/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,337 |
| Vacant Units | 599 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,337 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 599 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 95946 is located in Penn Valley, California, within Nevada County. With a population of 9,448, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57 years. Economically, 95946 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,700 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95946 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $534,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,049 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 95946 is primarily White (79.45%). Residents are well-educated — 47.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.7%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95946 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 95946 in Penn Valley, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,448 residents, a median household income of $84,700, and a median home value of $534,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.