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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 95817 has 14,270 residents and 6,392 households (average 2.15 persons per household). The median age is 34.6 years, slightly younger than the state (37.5) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.4% male and 52.6% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (48.6%, much higher than the state average of 41.2% and well below the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (25.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 25.9%, which is much lower than the state average (39.4%).

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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:	14,270Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	14,123Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	14,024Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	6,300.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$64,621Source: Census ACS

Households:	6,392Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$500,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.15Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.82Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	13,006	13,978	14,377	14,472	13,818	13,918	13,277	13,461	13,758	13,966	14,109	14,513	14,123
Decennial Census	13,534	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	14,270	--	--	--

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: 34.6

Male Median Age: 34.7

Female Median Age: 34.4

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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	353	343	291	294	564	693	889	680	490	382	369	319	311	312	197	102	88	84
Female	392	315	296	339	644	919	926	648	513	375	358	339	366	347	276	183	111	162
Total	745	658	587	633	1,208	1,612	1,815	1,328	1,003	757	727	658	677	659	473	285	199	246

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	6,932	43.66%
Black:	1,916	12.07%
Hispanic:*	3,695	23.27%
Asian:	1,203	7.58%
American Indian:	306	1.93%
Hawaiian:	79	0.50%
Other:	1,748	11.01%
Total:	15,879	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	6,761	47.38%	34.7 years
Females:	7,509	52.62%	34.4 years
Total:	14,270	100%	34.6 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	12,399	87.79%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	147	1.04%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	1,108	7.85%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	469	11.17%
Total Population:	14,123	100%
Total Native Population:	12,546	88.83%
Total Foreign-born Population:	1,577	11.17%

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 $64,621, which is far less than the state median ($96,334), is up $28,823 (80.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $13,696. Family households earn a median of $97,750 versus $45,357 for nonfamily households (a difference of $52,393). By gender, male median income is $68,250 and female is $71,698, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $3,448 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 65.0%, which is a bit higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.8%, which is notably higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (58.2%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$35,798	$32,828	$34,990	$34,845	$33,890	$38,889	$44,130	$45,410	$50,925	$52,323	$48,359	$60,362	$64,621
Median Family Income	$41,830	$44,150	$45,129	$46,409	$46,524	$48,304	$62,372	$60,143	$66,618	$62,629	$57,057	$71,926	$97,750
Median NonFamily Income	$25,144	$22,335	$22,089	$21,260	$20,897	$23,462	$24,452	$26,579	$35,854	$31,315	$31,250	$45,329	$45,357
Median Male Income	$46,018	$46,264	$45,675	$46,160	$45,239	$45,713	$47,401	$50,469	$52,597	$52,976	$57,261	$65,313	$68,250
Median Female Income	$42,120	$40,263	$43,135	$45,575	$46,442	$50,935	$50,086	$49,398	$50,714	$56,719	$49,338	$57,900	$71,698

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	7,230	60.10%
Unemployed:	535	4.45%
Not In Labor Force:	4,264	35.45%
Total:	12,029	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	4,210	58.23%
Service:	1,104	15.27%
Sales and Office:	1,138	15.74%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	339	4.69%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	439	6.07%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	7,230	100%

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 $500,700, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $236,800 (89.73%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $170,100. The median gross rent is $1,511, which is much lower than the state median ($1,956), is up $614 (68.45%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $489. Of occupied housing, owners make up 39.35% (65.35% with a mortgage, 34.65% free-and-clear) and renters 60.65% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 4.96%, which is much 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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$263,900	$237,100	$216,900	$233,800	$224,300	$247,700	$287,300	$318,500	$330,600	$348,500	$374,200	$455,300	$500,700

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	303	7.49%
$500 to $999:	466	11.53%
$1,000 to $1,499:	1,219	30.15%
$1,500 to $1,999:	1,117	27.63%
$2,000 to $2,499:	582	14.40%
$2,500 to $2,999:	201	4.97%
$3,000 or more:	138	3.41%
No Rent:	17	0.42%
Total:	4,043	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$897	$875	$897	$905	$886	$900	$956	$980	$1,022	$1,107	$1,282	$1,401	$1,511

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	1,714	25.71%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	909	13.64%
Renter Occupied:	4,043	60.65%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	6,666	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	6,666	95.04%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	348	4.96%
Total Housing Units:	7,014	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	4,613	65.77%
Multi-Family Units:	2,366	33.73%
Other Units:	35	0.50%
Total Housing Units:	7,014	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 48.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 89.30%, which is notably higher than the state rate (84.60%). The uninsured rate is 4.60%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 11.90%, which is on par with the state rate (8.40%), down 9.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.70 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (55.44%). College enrollment is 55.44%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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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)

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Less than 9th grade:	606	5.77%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	516	4.91%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	1,309	12.46%
Some college, no degree:	2,130	20.28%
Associate's degree:	876	8.34%
Bachelor's degree:	3,182	30.30%
Graduate or professional degree:	1,883	17.93%
Total:	10,502	100%
High school or higher:	9,380	89.32%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	5,065	48.23%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	9,950	64.12%
Public Insurance:	4,929	31.77%
No Insurance:	638	4.11%
Total:	15,517	100%
Has Health Insurance:	14,879	95.89%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	21.0%	25.1%	26.0%	22.6%	20.6%	21.3%	17.4%	15.4%	13.6%	14.1%	18.9%	14.4%	11.9%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	75	2.47%
Kindergarten:	70	2.30%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	933	30.68%
High school (grades 9-12):	277	9.11%
College or graduate school:	1,686	55.44%
Total:	3,041	100%
Early Childhood:	145	4.77%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	1,280	42.09%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Sacramento, California
County:	Sacramento County
Timezone:	Pacific (GMT -08:00)
Local Time:	9:15:24 PM
Population:	14,270 [See All]
Area Codes:	279 / 916
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	38.5517, -121.4507
Land Area:	2.265 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/95817/zip-code-95817.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	6,523Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	306Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	8,078Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	4,806Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	1,351Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	224Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$416,076,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$1,747,170,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	15,409Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CASource: Census
CBSA Number:	40900Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	2,406,563Source: Census
MSA:	Sacramento-Yolo, CA CMSASource: Census
Land Area:	2.265 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	--Source: Census

Congressional District:	07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	548.65 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Sacramento, CA PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	0664000Source: Census
Place Name:	Sacramento city; CaliforniaSource: Census

ZIP Code 95817 in Sacramento, CA

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 95817

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 95817

Sources & References