| ZIP Code | 95978 |
|---|---|
| City | Stirling City |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Butte County |
| Area Code | 530 |
| Elevation | 3,528 ft |
| Latitude | 39.908439 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -121.529616 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06007 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 12.9 yrs ↓ 63% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.35 |
| Below Poverty | 14.5% ▲ 45% above avg |
| College Grads | 8.1% ▼ 79% below avg |
| Unemployment | 81.5% ▲ 1565% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 64 (51.6%) |
| Some College | 11 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 39 (31.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (8.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,250 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 65 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 65 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 60.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.35 |
ZIP code 95978 is located in Stirling City, California, within Butte County. With a population of 283, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 12.9 years. Economically, 95978 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,250 is below the national average.
The population of 95978 is primarily White (89.75%). Residents are less-educated — 8.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.5%.
The unemployment rate in 95978 stands at 81.5%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 57% — 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 43%.
Overall, ZIP code 95978 in Stirling City, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, and a young community.