96001 Zip Code Population and Demographics

In this article, we'll explore the population statistics for the zip code 96001, including popular demographics data like median age, number of households, household income, gender, employment and unemployment rates, occupations, religion, and more.

96001 is a zip code in Shasta County, California, which covers Redding CCD and Southwest Shasta, with a total population of 34,253 people.

We are using the latest American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year survey data from the US Census Bureau, which is accurate up to 2021.

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Population

There is a lot of data that lets us see how many people live in the 96001 zip code. The most basic data is the total population, which is the total number of people living in 96001.

The estimated population of people living in 96001 is 34,253, with a median age of 40.4.

We can look back at data from previous years to see how the population in the 96001 area has changed over the last 5 years.

Year Population Change 5-Year Change
2021
34,253
+0.72%
+0.79%
2020
34,008
 -0.83% -
2019
34,293
 -0.8% -
2018
34,571
+1.72%
-
2017
33,986
 - -

Population of 96001 by Race and Ethnicity

How much has the race and ethnicity of the population in the 96001 zip code changed? The US Census Bureau gives us a few defined types that the population is broken down into.

Let's look at the total numbers and also the change over the last 5 years.

Race 2021 2017 Change
White
79.9%
81.7%
 -2.20%
Black/African American
1.4%
1.1%
 +27.27%
Native
1.7%
2.7%
 -37.04%
Hispanic
9.2%
9.2%
 0.00%
Asian
3.6%
2.3%
 +56.52%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
0%
 0.00%
Two Or More Races
3.8%
3%
 +26.67%
Other
0.5%
0.1%
 +400.00%

This data can be very important for anybody studying the 96001 zip for a number of reasons, including social and economic research, planning and development, and marketing to a multi-cultural population.

Note that the Native group includes both Native American and Alaskan Native people.

Population of 96001 by Age and Gender

We can also monitor the change of the age and gender in the 96001 zip code to track track trends in the population over time.

We can see how the population in 96001 has changed over the last 5 years by median age as a total, and also by male and female.

Year Total Male Female
2021 40.4 -2.65% 38 -1.55% 43.5 -2.47%
2020 41.5 -0.24% 38.6 -0.77% 44.6 -0.45%
2019 41.6 -3.93% 38.9 -3.71% 44.8 -0.88%
2018 43.3 -1.14% 40.4 -5.16% 45.2 +0.22%
2017 43.8 - 42.6 - 45.1 -

The median age of the 96001 zip gives you an idea of the age distribution, with half of the population being older than the median age and half being younger.

This can then be used to infer and compare against birth rates, parent ages, and more metrics to understand the population. For example, an increasing median age indicates an aging population in the 96001 area, which can be a sign of a declining population in terms of birth rates and workforce participation.

Age 2021 2017
(Years) Male Female Male Female
0 to 9 1,722 +35.36% 2,266 -17.06% 2,411 1,873
10 to 19 1,998 -2.25% 1,719 +12.79% 1,948 1,921
20 to 29 1,998 +14.52% 2,227 -11.27% 2,261 1,958
30 to 39 2,181 +9.59% 1,761 +22.1% 2,388 2,179
40 to 49 1,831 -1.39% 1,766 +8.34% 1,792 1,912
50 to 59 2,533 -7.23% 2,546 -4.29% 2,344 2,429
60 to 69 2,247 -4.63% 2,701 -10.96% 2,138 2,410
70+ 2,022 -9.12% 2,468 -0.5% 1,836 2,453

Median Household Income

The latest median household income for the 96001 zip code is $61,127.00.

In simple terms, the median income is the middle income of a group of people. Half of the people in the group make more than the median income, and half make less.

The median income is a good indicator of the overall income of a group of people, and can be used to compare against other metrics such as the average income, per capita income, and more.

Median Income by Age

We can also look at the median income by age to see how the median income varies by age, and how it compares to the overall median income for 96001.

  • Under 25
    $37,568.00
  • 25 to 44
    $74,370.00
  • 45 to 64
    $67,784.00
  • 65 and over
    $55,504.00

Average Household Income

Whenever we ask what is the average household income in the 96001 zip code, we are actually talking about the mean household income.

This is calculated by adding up all the incomes of all the households in 96001, and then dividing that number by the total number of households.

This is a good way to get a general idea of the average income of a group of people, but it can be skewed by a very high or very low incomes.

The average household income of 96001 is currently $90,558.00.

In terms of accurately summarizing income at a geographic level, the median income is a better metric than the average income because it isn't affected by a small number of very high or very low incomes.

If you had an area where the average income was greater than the median, it can mean that there is significant income inequality, with income being concentrated in a small number of wealthy households.

7.32% of households in 96001 are classed as high income households (making $200,000+ per year).

Household Income Tiers

The US Census Bureau divides households into income tiers based on the median income for the area. This is a good way to compare the income of 96001 against other zip codes.

  • Less than $24,999
    19.01%
  • $25,000 to $49,999
    21.65%
  • $50,000 to $74,999
    17.59%
  • $75,000 to $99,999
    11.45%
  • $100,000 to $149,999
    15.39%
  • $150,000 to $199,999
    7.58%
  • $200,000 or more
    7.32%

Per Capita Income

The per capita income in 96001 is $36,023.00.

Per capita income is the average income of a person in a given area. It is calculated by dividing the total income of 96001 by the total population of 96001.

This is different from the average or mean income because it includes and accounts for all people living in the 96001 area, including people like children, the elderly, unemployed people, retired people, and more.

Education Levels

We can also look at the education levels in 96001 to see how many people have a high school degree, a bachelor's degree, or a graduate degree.

Educational attainment is a good indicator of the overall education level of a population, and can be used to compare against other metrics such as the average income, per capita income, and more to see how education levels affect income, unemployment rates, and more.

  • Master's degree or higher
    13.67%
  • Bachelor's degree
    30.25%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    19.73%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    31.96%
  • Less than high school diploma
    4.38%

Employment

Employment rates are all based around the total population in 96001 that are over the age of 16.

Currently, the total population of the 96001 zip over the age of 16 is 27,428.

Of those people, a total of 59.00% are working or actively looking for work. This is called the labor force participation rate.

The participation rate is a useful market measure because it shows the relative amount of labor resources available to the economy.

The employment to total population rate in 96001 is 54.10%.

Employment by Age

We can look at the employment rates by age to see how it compares to the overall employment rate. Here's how that breaks down for the 96001 zip code.

Age Population Participation Unemployment Rate
16 to 19 years 1,328 37.10% 12.40%
20 to 24 years 1,989 81.40% 13.30%
25 to 29 years 2,230 66.10% 7.10%
30 to 34 years 2,486 72.80% 7.30%
35 to 44 years 3,821 77.40% 12.00%
45 to 54 years 4,128 79.00% 7.30%
55 to 59 years 2,609 68.00% 7.00%
60 to 64 years 2,221 54.20% 6.10%
65 to 74 years 4,250 34.00% 2.60%
75 years and over 2,366 5.70% 0.00%

Employment by Race

Another very interesting employment statistic we can look at is the employment and unemployment rates by race in 96001. The table below shows the rates for each of the ethnicity groups types defined by the US Census Bureau (which we mentioned earlier in this article).

Age Population Participation Unemployment Rate
White 23,822 58.40% 8.60%
Black or African American 451 48.80% 6.80%
American Indian and Alaska Native 545 66.40% 11.60%
Asian 983 65.30% 3.10%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander 22 22.70% 0.00%
Other 495 61.20% 5.30%
Two or more races 1,110 65.60% 8.00%
Hispanic or Latino 2,188 62.30% 7.30%
Not Hispanic or Latino 22,673 58.30% 8.50%

Occupations

In this section we can look at the most common occupations for people living in the 96001 area as well as the gender breakdown and earnings of them.

The total population of civilian employees that are 16 years old or older in 96001 is 14,830, with median earnings of $37,971.00.

Women in 96001 are earning approximately 77.80% of the men's earnings.

Population Earnings
Total 14,830 $37,971.00
Male 7,527 $43,878.00
Female 7,303 $34,128.00

Occupations by Category

In the table below, we can break down the population and earnings for 96001 even further by occupation. The list of occupation categories below will show you how many people are employed in each category and the median earnings of each profession.

Occupation Employed Earnings
Management 1,389 $60,665.00
Business and Financial 753 $43,047.00
Computer and Mathematical 304 $55,938.00
Architecture and Engineering 305 $82,188.00
Life, Physical, and Social Science 156 $38,750.00
Community and Social Service 420 $50,893.00
Legal 214 $84,318.00
Educational and Library 902 $37,350.00
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media 246 $26,392.00
Healthcare Practitioners 1,221 $82,083.00
Healthcare Support 941 $29,453.00
Firefighters and Protective Service 227 $26,359.00
Law Enforcement 84 $79,537.00
Food Preparation and Serving 818 $13,876.00
Building and Grounds Cleaning 700 $13,440.00
Personal Care and Service 322 $26,552.00
Sales 1,268 $50,074.00
Office and Administrative Support 1,848 $36,087.00
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry 29 $13,750.00
Construction and Extraction 642 $46,462.00
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 521 $48,958.00
Production 568 $32,012.00
Transportation and Material Moving 459 $43,725.00

Occupations by Gender

Now we can also look at the occupations by category for 96001 when it is broken down by male and female.

This lets us see how many male and females work in each occupation, the median earnings, and the male to female ratio of earnings for 96001.

That last metric is important because it can be used to look at the gender pay gap between men and women.

Occupation Male Female
Population Earnings Population Earnings
Management 802 $63,673.00 587 $49,922.00
Business and Financial 274 $39,432.00 479 $45,394.00
Computer and Mathematical 202 $57,917.00 102 $41,630.00
Architecture and Engineering 282 $90,250.00 23 $0.00
Life, Physical, and Social Science 83 $51,989.00 73 $32,563.00
Community and Social Service 183 $56,435.00 237 $32,083.00
Legal 111 $84,943.00 103 $73,472.00
Educational and Library 217 $82,569.00 685 $15,144.00
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media 156 $26,543.00 90 $26,172.00
Healthcare Practitioners 417 $146,450.00 804 $77,823.00
Healthcare Support 150 $32,333.00 791 $28,724.00
Firefighters and Protective Service 211 $27,228.00 16 $0.00
Law Enforcement 84 $79,537.00 0 $0.00
Food Preparation and Serving 487 $13,049.00 331 $15,106.00
Building and Grounds Cleaning 393 $9,942.00 307 $13,553.00
Personal Care and Service 45 $27,875.00 277 $26,080.00
Sales 704 $58,282.00 564 $21,458.00
Office and Administrative Support 351 $28,679.00 1,497 $36,750.00
Farming, Fishing, and Forestry 29 $13,750.00 0 $0.00
Construction and Extraction 642 $46,462.00 0 $0.00
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair 521 $48,958.00 0 $0.00
Production 422 $32,383.00 146 $14,695.00
Transportation and Material Moving 405 $43,775.00 54 $32,333.00

Households and Family Size

A household is defined by the US Census Bureau as a group of people who occupy a housing unit. A housing unit is a house, apartment, mobile home, group of rooms, or single room occupied as separate living quarters.

There are currently 13,369 households in 96001, with an average household size of 2.48 people.

A family is defined as a group of two or more people related by birth, marriage, or adoption who live together in the same household.

There are 8,431 families living in the 96001 zip code with an average family size of 2.98 people.

Households by Marital Status

The four categories of household by marital status are:

  • Married-couple family
  • Male householder with no spouse present
  • Female household with no spouse present
  • Nonfamily household

The table below shows the total number of households and families, with the average sizes of each, that live in 96001:

Married Male Female Nonfamily
Total Households 5,823 826 1,782 4,938
Average Household Size 3.21 2.94 2.97 1.37
Total Families 5,823 826 1,782 0
Average Household Size 3.13 2.54 2.7 0

Poverty

Of the 8,431 families living in 96001, 6.40% are considered to be below the poverty threshold.

The table below shows the latest poverty thresholds in 96001:

Household Size Poverty Threshold
1 Person $14,580.00
2 People $19,720.00
3 People $24,860.00
4 People $30,000.00
5 People $35,140.00
6 People $40,280.00
7 People $45,420.00
8 People $50,560.00

Housing

There are 14,563 housing units in 96001.

The table below shows the split between occupied and vacant units:

Total Percentage
Occupied 13,369 91.80%
Vacant 1,194 8.20%

37.85% of the total 14,563 housing units in 96001 are rental units. This is approximately 5,512 properties.

For owner-occupied housing units, a total of 7,650 are occupied by the owner - or 52.53% of the total.

Rental Rates

The median rent for a property in 96001 is $1,119.00.

In the chart below, we can look at the number of rental properties in 96001 that fall into a particular rent range. These can then be used to compare with other areas, or to see how they have changed over time.

  • No rent paid
    207
  • Less than $500
    281
  • $500 to $999
    1,995
  • $1,000 to $1,499
    1,674
  • $1,500 to $1,999
    954
  • $2,000 to $2,499
    328
  • $2,500 to $2,999
    109
  • $3,000 or more
    171

Property Value

The median value of a property in 96001 is $319,700.00.

Just like with rental rates, we can look at the number of properties in 96001 that fall into a particular value range.

  • Less than $50,000
    209
  • $50,000 to $99,999
    35
  • $100,000 to $149,999
    229
  • $150,000 to $199,999
    560
  • $200,000 to $299,999
    2,370
  • $300,000 to $499,999
    3,197
  • $500,000 to $999,999
    904
  • $1,000,000 or more
    146

Property Age

We can also look at the age of properties in 96001. The chart below shows the number of properties in 96001 that fall into a particular age range.

  • 1939 or earlier
    565
  • 1940 to 1949
    930
  • 1950 to 1959
    2,290
  • 1960 to 1969
    2,132
  • 1970 to 1979
    2,331
  • 1980 to 1989
    2,321
  • 1990 to 1999
    1,876
  • 2000 to 2009
    1,746
  • 2010 to 2013
    311
  • 2014 or later
    61

Vehicles per Household

The number of vehicles available per household can be a good indicator of the level of affluence in an area. The chart below shows the number of households in 96001 that have a particular number of vehicles available.

  • No vehicles available
    1,105
  • 1 vehicle available
    3,977
  • 2 vehicles available
    4,941
  • 3 or more vehicles available
    3,346

Commuting to Work

In this section, we can also look at how people in 96001 get to work. The chart below shows the number of people in 96001 that commute to work in a particular way.

18.3 minutes is the average travel time to work for people in 96001.

These commute times can be compared to other date like income and educational levels to see how they relate to each other and if there are any trends in the data that might suggest a correlation.

  • Less than 5 minutes
    578
  • 5 to 9 minutes
    2,024
  • 10 to 14 minutes
    2,552
  • 15 to 19 minutes
    4,250
  • 20 to 24 minutes
    1,879
  • 25 to 29 minutes
    398
  • 30 to 34 minutes
    773
  • 35 to 39 minutes
    182
  • 40 to 44 minutes
    77
  • 45 to 59 minutes
    230
  • 60 to 89 minutes
    337
  • 90 or more minutes
    214

Summary

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