| ZIP Code | 96052 |
|---|---|
| City | Lewiston |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Trinity County |
| Area Code | 530 |
| Elevation | 2,446 ft |
| Latitude | 40.68268 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -122.786454 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06105 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs ↓ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 4.08 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.3% ▼ 50% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 608 (38.6%) |
| Some College | 205 (13%) |
| Associates | 452 (28.7%) |
| Bachelors | 140 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 163 (10.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,734 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $321,200 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,056/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,032 |
| Vacant Units | 357 |
| Avg HH Size | 4.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,032 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 357 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 4.08 |
ZIP code 96052 is located in Lewiston, California, within Trinity County. With a population of 2,817, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.6 years. Economically, 96052 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,734 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 96052 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $321,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,056 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 96052 is primarily White (83.99%). Residents are less-educated — 19.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.3%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 96052 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 96052 in Lewiston, CA is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,817 residents, a median household income of $56,734, and a median home value of $321,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.