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ZIP Code 96126

Sierra, California

FIPS 96126

Juniper

ZIP Code 96126 is in the bottom 1% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

99.3

Higher than 99% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

351

Median Age

40.4

Home values & property tax

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Median Property Tax

$4,490

Climate & weather

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Summer Avg High (°F)

77

Winter Avg Low (°F)

14.9

Avg Temperature (°F)

41.3

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

1.6

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

273.1

Annual Precipitation (in)

27.6

Annual Snowfall (in)

445

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

99.3

Higher than 99%

The full report

Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.

  • People

  • Work & Money

  • Housing

  • Amenities

  • Environment & Risk

ZIP Code 96126: frequently asked questions

How much is property tax in ZIP Code 96126?
The median annual property tax in ZIP Code 96126 is $4,490.
What is the weather like in ZIP Code 96126?
ZIP Code 96126 averages 41.3°F year-round, summer highs near 77°F, winter lows around 14.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 445 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 96126 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 96126's FEMA National Risk Index score is 99.3 (higher than 99% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is wildfire.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →