ZIP Code 95365 in Planada, CA

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Planada, California
County:Merced County
Timezone:Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:9:07:00 PM
Population:4,502 [See All]
Area Codes:209 / 350
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:37.3005, -120.3278
Land Area:3.665 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 95365 has 4,502 residents and 1,252 households (average 3.60 persons per household). The median age is 31.3 years, younger than the state (37.5) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.1% male and 49.9% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (92.8%) and Other / Two or More Races (49.0%, much higher than the state average of 21.2% and well above the national average of 8.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 92.8%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (21.2%) and national averages (8.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:4,502Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:4,009Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:2,120Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,228.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$40,718Source: Census ACS
Households:1,252Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$237,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:3.60Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.19Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--4,8825,3005,0414,7964,6664,8554,7954,7104,7754,2924,1463,8824,009
Decennial Census4,985------------------4,502------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 31.3

Male Median Age: 30.3

Female Median Age: 32.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male1692012251821801611511481551091141451016660352527
Female1502171981931541471511441441101431301225862603926
Total319418423375334308302292299219257275223124122956453
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,09714.23%
Black:610.79%
Hispanic:*4,17954.20%
Asian:400.52%
American Indian:1131.47%
Hawaiian:140.18%
Other:2,20628.61%
Total:7,710100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:2,25450.07%30.3 years
Females:2,24849.93%32.5 years
Total:4,502100%31.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2,19054.63%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:51912.95%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,30045.37%
Total Population:4,009100%
Total Native Population:2,19054.63%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,81945.37%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $40,718, which is well under the state median ($96,334), is up $5,684 (16.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $126. Family households earn a median of $49,375 versus $13,561 for nonfamily households (a difference of $35,814). By gender, male median income is $41,402 and female is $35,900, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($61,569), with a current gap of $5,502 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 53.3%, which is far less than the state rate (63.9%). The unemployment rate is 8.0%, which is much higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Natural resources (29.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$35,034$31,557$32,500$32,319$31,640$35,816$40,309$39,808$40,592$45,640$38,571$41,394$40,718
Median Family Income$36,723$34,688$34,722$34,038$32,479$36,250$40,492$43,586$45,204$46,472$45,147$54,868$49,375
Median NonFamily Income$23,879$25,640$25,104$25,096$23,571$26,597$26,029$27,601$20,450$0$0$33,358$13,561
Median Male Income$32,532$29,808$31,607$32,041$30,313$30,595$31,125$29,273$30,755$33,947$34,493$45,112$41,402
Median Female Income$23,424$27,143$26,850$35,145$35,699$36,635$27,159$35,625$31,908$30,341$33,929$41,375$35,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1,46949.05%
Unemployed:1284.27%
Not In Labor Force:1,39846.68%
Total:2,995100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:27718.86%
Service:18112.32%
Sales and Office:21614.70%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:43629.68%
Production, transportation, and material moving:35924.44%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,469100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $237,200, which is much lower than the state median ($695,400), is up $78,000 (48.99%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $92,400. The median gross rent is $893, which is much lower than the state median ($1,956), is up $339 (61.19%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $168. Of occupied housing, owners make up 49.38% (53.95% with a mortgage, 46.05% free-and-clear) and renters 50.62% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.73%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$159,200$126,900$90,800$102,400$101,900$112,400$118,600$131,400$144,800$150,000$183,900$225,500$237,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:538.69%
$500 to $999:27645.25%
$1,000 to $1,499:17328.36%
$1,500 to $1,999:40.66%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:162.62%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:8814.43%
Total:610100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$554$604$622$645$645$659$712$742$725$812$845$909$893
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):32126.64%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):27422.74%
Renter Occupied:61050.62%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,205100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,20593.27%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):876.73%
Total Housing Units:1,292100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:1,07783.36%
Multi-Family Units:20716.02%
Other Units:80.62%
Total Housing Units:1,292100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 3.90% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (36.50%). High school or higher is 48.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 11.80%, which is markedly above the state rate (6.90%). Private coverage is 23.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 67.70%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 26.40%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.40%), up 3.70 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.20 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (53.18%). College enrollment is 13.52%, which is markedly below the state rate (30.00%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1,08642.29%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2499.70%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):45517.72%
Some college, no degree:49119.12%
Associate's degree:1887.32%
Bachelor's degree:873.39%
Graduate or professional degree:120.47%
Total:2,568100%
High school or higher:1,23348.01%
Bachelor's degree or higher:993.86%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:92622.50%
Public Insurance:2,71666.00%
No Insurance:47311.49%
Total:4,115100%
Has Health Insurance:3,64288.51%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty22.7%27.8%29.8%30.2%29.6%30.3%25.7%23.0%24.2%25.1%33.8%32.0%26.4%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:292.84%
Kindergarten:757.35%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):54353.18%
High school (grades 9-12):23623.11%
College or graduate school:13813.52%
Total:1,021100%
Early Childhood:10410.19%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):85483.64%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 95365 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 28 business establishments, employing about 185 people with an annual payroll of $8,866,000. USPS data shows 589 residential mailboxes and 11 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:589Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:11Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,610Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:304Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:28Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,624,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$8,866,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:185Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 95365 is located in Merced County, California, within the Merced, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 32900) and California's 13rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 285,597 people, about 1.58% of whom live in ZIP Code 95365. It covers 3.665 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Merced, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:32900Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:285,597Source: Census
MSA:Merced, CA MSASource: Census
Land Area:3.665 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:96.79 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0657582Source: Census
Place Name:Planada CDP; CaliforniaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


95366 | | 95364

Schools in ZIP Code 95365


ZIP Code 95365 is in the Planada Elementary School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 8th. There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Planada Elementary 9525 E. Broderick St.
Planada, CA 95365
District: Planada Elementary School District
Cesar E. Chavez Middle 161 S. Plainsburg Rd.
Planada, CA 95365
District: Planada Elementary School District
St Paul School 2916 Mckee Rd
Merced, CA 95340
District: Private SchoolNearby
Harest Christian School 161 E 16th St
Merced, CA 95340
District: Private SchoolNearby
Stone Ridge Christian School 500 Buena Vista Dr
Merced, CA 95348
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 95365


University Of California-Merced 5200 North Lake Road
Merced, CA 95343-5603
Type: Post Secondary
Merced College 3600 M St
Merced, CA 95348-2806
Type: Post Secondary
Milan Institute-Merced 780 Loughborough Drive
Merced, CA 95340-2626
Type: Post Secondary
Sierra College Of Beauty 1340 W 18th St
Merced, CA 95340
Type: Post Secondary
San Joaquin Valley College-Madera 2185-J West Cleveland Avenue
Madera, CA 93637-8724
Type: Post Secondary
Madera Community College 30277 Avenue 12
Madera, CA 93638-8321
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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