| ZIP Code | 95973 |
|---|---|
| City | Chico |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Butte County |
| Area Code | 279/530/916 |
| Elevation | 345 ft |
| Latitude | 39.876526 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.859642 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 10.9% ▲ 9% above avg |
| College Grads | 51.7% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 231 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,728 (19%) |
| Some College | 2,499 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 4,533 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,690 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,148 (40.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,228 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $484,600 ▲ 74% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,546/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,836 |
| Vacant Units | 812 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,836 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 812 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 95973 is located in Chico, California, within Butte County. With a population of 37,977, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.7 years. Economically, 95973 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,228 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 95973 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $484,600 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,546 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 95973 is primarily White (70.69%). Residents are well-educated — 51.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.9%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 95973 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 95973 in Chico, CA is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,977 residents, a median household income of $92,228, and a median home value of $484,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.