| City: | Soda Springs, California |
| Names to Avoid: | Cisco, Kingvale, Serene Lakes, The Cedars |
| County: | Nevada County |
| Timezone: | Pacific (GMT -08:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:00:31 AM |
| Population: | 457 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 530 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 39.4174, -120.4698 |
| Land Area: | 27.992 sq mi |
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The post office maintains 380 PO Boxes for 215 occupied households. That's 1.77 boxes per household, meaning the facility serves vacation property owners who need year-round mail addresses even when they're not in the mountains. Many second-home owners keep PO Boxes to receive mail, packages, and property management correspondence while they're away. The median home value is $977,700, reflecting the premium for ski-in access and alpine lake frontage.
Street delivery here follows both city and rural routes across the mountainous landscape. Donner Pass Road is the main artery with three delivery segments, while smaller roads like White Fir Terrace and Serene Road reach scattered properties. The mix of one city route and six rural routes shows how development spreads across challenging terrain. Some properties get carrier delivery, but many owners prefer PO Boxes for security and reliability during the long periods when homes are vacant.
The seasonal vacancy rate tells the story: 915 of 1,167 housing units (78%) are classified as seasonal or recreational. During peak winter weekends, the population swells far beyond the 457 permanent residents. The median age of 46.5 years and median household income of $113,224 reflect the demographics of mountain resort ownership. About 91 people work locally, many in the 37 establishments that support the ski industry and seasonal tourism.
Street names reflect the area's alpine character and historic corridor status. Donner Pass Road is the primary route with the most delivery points, while smaller roads reference the mountain landscape (White Fir, Serene, Boreal Ridge) that defines this high-elevation community.
ZIP Code 95728 has 457 residents and 215 households (average 2.08 persons per household). The median age is 46.5 years, significantly older than the state (37.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 54.7% male and 45.3% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (79.2%, much higher than the state average of 41.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (9.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 9.4%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%).
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| 2020 Population: | 457Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 516Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 16.3 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $89,375Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 215Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $949,100Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.08Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.22Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 227 | 352 | 495 | 495 | 481 | 366 | 251 | 229 | 231 | 328 | 355 | 549 | 593 | 516 |
| Decennial Census | 386 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 457 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 46.5
Male Median Age: 49.2
Female Median Age: 43.6
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 | 10 | 15 | 13 | 6 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 22 | 20 | 24 | 17 | 15 | 27 | 20 | 8 | 8 | 1 |
| Female | 9 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 17 | 11 | 17 | 15 | 20 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| Total | 15 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 18 | 25 | 29 | 24 | 39 | 35 | 44 | 26 | 32 | 38 | 31 | 17 | 11 | 4 |
| White: | 362 | 83.80% |
| Black: | 2 | 0.46% |
| Hispanic:* | 43 | 9.95% |
| Asian: | 12 | 2.78% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 0.23% |
| Hawaiian: | 1 | 0.23% |
| Other: | 11 | 2.55% |
| Total: | 432 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 250 | 54.70% | 49.2 years |
| Females: | 207 | 45.30% | 43.6 years |
| Total: | 457 | 100% | 46.5 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 482 | 93.41% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 34 | 6.59% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 6.59% |
| Total Population: | 516 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 482 | 93.41% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 34 | 6.59% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $89,375, which is much higher than the national median ($80,734), is up $50,164 (127.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $89,375. Family households earn a median of $116,316 versus $57,969 for nonfamily households (a difference of $58,347). By gender, male median income is $105,156 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $105,156 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 53.7%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 10.0%, which is far worse than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (28.7%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $39,211 | $41,250 | $42,574 | $38,690 | $58,354 | $58,107 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $96,310 | $102,171 | $113,304 | $113,224 | $89,375 |
| Median Family Income | $140,795 | $89,554 | $90,192 | $91,477 | $147,986 | $0 | $0 | $140,313 | $104,625 | $96,845 | $102,434 | $122,917 | $142,917 | $116,316 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $38,717 | $37,896 | $38,605 | $31,587 | $38,944 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $76,548 | $78,011 | $57,969 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $142,928 | $31,652 | $32,198 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $158,482 | $103,375 | $84,306 | $85,417 | $94,773 | $91,750 | $105,156 |
| Median Female Income | $39,507 | $38,415 | $35,000 | $32,212 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $81,136 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 216 | 48.32% |
| Unemployed: | 24 | 5.37% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 207 | 46.31% |
| Total: | 447 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 62 | 28.70% |
| Service: | 49 | 22.69% |
| Sales and Office: | 55 | 25.46% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 50 | 23.15% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 216 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $949,100, which is markedly greater than the national median ($332,700), is up $640,300 (207.35%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $271,100. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $853 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 89.80% (46.82% with a mortgage, 53.18% free-and-clear) and renters 10.20% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 78.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.12%).
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $308,800 | $362,200 | $365,200 | $380,600 | $561,000 | $627,900 | $0 | $689,500 | $678,000 | $733,100 | $704,900 | $919,400 | $977,700 | $949,100 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 8 | 32.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 10 | 40.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 7 | 28.00% |
| Total: | 25 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $853 | $833 | $868 | $442 | $437 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $1,778 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 103 | 42.04% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 117 | 47.76% |
| Renter Occupied: | 25 | 10.20% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 245 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 245 | 21.10% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 916 | 78.90% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,161 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 1,044 | 89.92% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 99 | 8.53% |
| Other Units: | 18 | 1.55% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,161 | 100% |
In 2024, 73.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 94.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 6.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (32.20%). College enrollment is 24.58%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 23 | 5.69% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 9 | 2.23% |
| Some college, no degree: | 22 | 5.45% |
| Associate's degree: | 52 | 12.87% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 166 | 41.09% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 132 | 32.67% |
| Total: | 404 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 381 | 94.31% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 298 | 73.76% |
| Private Insurance: | 358 | 60.99% |
| Public Insurance: | 194 | 33.05% |
| No Insurance: | 35 | 5.96% |
| Total: | 587 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 552 | 94.04% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 23 | 19.49% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 38 | 32.20% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 28 | 23.73% |
| College or graduate school: | 29 | 24.58% |
| Total: | 118 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 23 | 19.49% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 66 | 55.93% |
ZIP Code 95728 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 37 business establishments, employing about 425 people with an annual payroll of $13,300,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 2,030Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 37Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $4,223,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $13,300,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 425Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 95728 is located in Nevada County, California, within the Truckee-Grass Valley, CA Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 46020) and California's 3rd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 98,764 people, about 0.46% of whom live in ZIP Code 95728. It covers 27.992 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.61 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Truckee-Grass Valley, CASource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 46020Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 98,764Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 27.992 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.61 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 03Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 6183.59 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0672492Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Soda Springs CDP; CaliforniaSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 95728 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
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 February 1, 2026.