Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 10.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 51.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 497 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 15,219 (20.6%) |
| Some College | 7,711 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 12,805 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 8,137 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 29,641 (40%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,865 ▲ 14% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $615,139 ▲ 121% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,753/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 56,553 |
| Vacant Units | 15,860 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nevada County is located in California and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 13 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 99,726 residents. With a median age of 50.54, it is a mature county.
Nevada County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $86,864 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.5% is near the national average.
Housing in Nevada County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $615,139 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,753. Homeownership rates are high at 74.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nevada County are primarily White (81.6%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 51.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Nevada County, CA is a middle-income area in California. The 16 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95945 | Grass Valley | 27,675 | $61,068 | $496,600 | $1,420 | 4.7% | 42.4% |
| 95949 | Grass Valley | 20,709 | $90,309 | $551,700 | $1,827 | 4.9% | 45.1% |
| 95959 | Nevada City | 18,017 | $79,509 | $603,200 | $1,715 | 4.5% | 54.0% |
| 95960 | North San Juan | 568 | $40,099 | $283,300 | $930 | 17.5% | 15.9% |
| 95946 | Penn Valley | 9,448 | $84,700 | $534,400 | $2,049 | 2.5% | 47.0% |
| 95975 | Rough And Ready | 1,615 | $74,954 | $582,100 | $1,315 | 1.8% | 55.7% |
| 95977 | Smartsville | 1,738 | $100,909 | $441,300 | — | 0.0% | 44.1% |
| 95728 | Soda Springs | 593 | $113,224 | $977,700 | — | 7.3% | 93.3% |
| 96161 | Truckee | 19,231 | $128,535 | $922,000 | $2,104 | 5.3% | 70.8% |