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Zip Code 95817

CA · Population: 14,513

C
48/100
42
C
Safety
45
C
Affordability
66
B
Quality of Life
39
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 95817

Zip code 95817 is located in California and is home to approximately 14,513 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 48/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

The median household income here is $60,362, with home values near $455,300 and rents around $1,401/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

About 47.4% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 8.5% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$60,362
Home Value
$455,300
Rent
$1,401/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
47.4%
Unemployment
8.5%
Owner-Occupied
40%
Rent Burden
27.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety42CLower crime = higher score
Affordability45CLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life66BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy39DLower unemployment = higher
Overall48CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).