| ZIP Code | 95959 |
|---|---|
| City | Nevada City |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Nevada County |
| Area Code | 530 |
| Elevation | 3,245 ft |
| Latitude | 39.351529 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -120.870549 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 10.0% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 54.0% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 171 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,347 (16.6%) |
| Some College | 1,460 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 2,509 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,203 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,410 (45.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,509 ≈ Avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $603,200 ▲ 116% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,715/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,840 |
| Vacant Units | 1,584 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,840 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,584 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 95959 is located in Nevada City, California, within Nevada County. With a population of 18,017, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.2 years. Economically, 95959 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,509 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95959 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $603,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,715 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 95959 is primarily White (81.24%). Residents are well-educated — 54.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.0%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95959 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 95959 in Nevada City, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,017 residents, a median household income of $79,509, and a median home value of $603,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.