95973 — Chico, CA Home Values
Typical home value $507,427 as of June 2026 · 2nd of 17 in Chico, CA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 95973, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 95973 compares in the Chico, CA area
ZIP code 95973 (Chico, CA) has a typical home value of $507,427 as of June 2026, ranking 2nd of 17 ZIP codes tracked in the Chico, CA area, more expensive than about 94% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +0.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +4.4%, from $486,139 in June 2021 to $507,427 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 25.4× the annual rent ($1,665/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Chico, CA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Chico.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 95973 has a population of 37,977, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 71.2% White, 17.6% Hispanic or Latino, 5.2% Asian, 4.1% two or more races, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, 0.5% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shasta Elementary | 169 Leora Ct., Chico, CA | 6.8 mi |
| Oak Bridge Academy | 1350 East Lassen Ave., Chico, CA | 7.1 mi |
| McManus (John A.) Elementary | 988 East Ave., Chico, CA | 8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 95973?
$507,427 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 95973 an expensive ZIP code in the Chico, CA area?
95973 ranks 2nd of 17 ZIP codes in the Chico, CA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 94% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 95973 changed over the past year?
+0.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 95973?
The typical home price is 25.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,665/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 95973?
37,977, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 95973?
Shasta Elementary (6.8 mi), Oak Bridge Academy (7.1 mi), McManus (John A.) Elementary (8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 95973?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Chico, CA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.