NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 95961

CA · Population: 32,663

C+
54/100
59
C+
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
51
C+
Quality of Life
38
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 95961

Zip code 95961 is located in California and is home to approximately 32,663 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 54/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

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

With a median household income of $74,819 and home values around $358,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 15.9% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.8% 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
$74,819
Home Value
$358,100
Rent
$1,218/mo
Median Age
31
College Educated
15.9%
Unemployment
8.8%
Owner-Occupied
67.3%
Rent Burden
19.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety59C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life51C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy38DLower unemployment = higher
Overall54C+Weighted 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).