Gerber ZIP Codes — Tehama County, CA

There is one unique ZIP code in Gerber, California and it is 96035. Area code: 530.
1
ZIP codes
42.54
sq mi land
0.50
sq mi water
530
area code
Gerber, CA ZIP code map

About Gerber, CA

Gerber is a small, unincorporated community located in Tehama County, California. With a unique charm, it offers a glimpse into rural life in the heart of Northern California. This peaceful town presents an inviting atmosphere for visitors and residents alike.

Location & geography

Situated in the northern part of California, Gerber spans a total land area of 42.54 square miles and has a water area of 0.50 square miles. It is located approximately 5 miles southwest of Red Bluff, making it an accessible destination for those looking to explore the larger Tehama County area. The terrain is primarily flat with agricultural land, giving the region a picturesque rural character.

Community & economy

Gerber is characterized by its close-knit community where residents enjoy a slower pace of life. The local economy is largely driven by agriculture, with many residents involved in farming and related industries. Daily life in Gerber features a blend of community events and outdoor activities, often centered around the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Transportation

Gerber can be accessed via California State Route 99, which connects it to surrounding cities and regions. The nearest major airport is the Red Bluff Municipal Airport, located about 6 miles to the northeast. Public transportation options are limited, so personal vehicles are the primary means of getting around.

History

Gerber was established as an agricultural community, reflecting the rich farming heritage of Tehama County. Over the years, it has remained an area where farming continues to be a key industry. Notable events in the community's history often center around agricultural fairs and gatherings that celebrate local produce.

Did you know?

A little-known fact about Gerber is that it is renowned for its agricultural produce, especially its peaches and almonds. This small town also plays a vital role in the greater agricultural economy of Northern California.

ZIP codes for Gerber, CA (1)
ZIP code City County Map
96035 Gerber Tehama View map

Demographics & statistics

4,097
Population
40.7
Median age
$49,527
Median household income
$29,363
Per capita income
$233,100
Median home value
$1,106
Median monthly rent
68.2%
Home ownership
26.8%
Poverty rate
5.3%
Unemployment
1,299
Housing units
22.7%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
266
Under 5
196
80
5–9
59
183
10–14
134
191
15–19
140
133
20–24
97
222
25–34
163
234
35–44
173
290
45–54
213
169
55–59
124
177
60–64
130
217
65–74
159
163
75–84
120
37
85+
27
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 181,21929.8%
18 and over2,87870.2%
65 and over72317.6%
Median age40.7 years

Race & ethnicity

White 48.9%
Hispanic or Latino 24.1%
Two or more races 18%
Other race 8.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.8%
Black or African American 0.1%
GroupCount%
White2,63848.9%
Hispanic or Latino1,30124.1%
Two or more races97018%
Other race4418.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native430.8%
Black or African American50.1%

Household income

Under $10k 4.8%
$10k–$15k 9.1%
$15k–$25k 5.6%
$25k–$35k 23.6%
$35k–$50k 7.8%
$50k–$75k 20.5%
$75k–$100k 10.1%
$100k–$150k 4.9%
$150k–$200k 4.9%
$200k+ 8.7%
Range% of households
Under $10k4.8%
$10k–$15k9.1%
$15k–$25k5.6%
$25k–$35k23.6%
$35k–$50k7.8%
$50k–$75k20.5%
$75k–$100k10.1%
$100k–$150k4.9%
$150k–$200k4.9%
$200k+8.7%
Median income$49,527

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 4.8%
$50k–$100k 5.2%
$100k–$150k 21.6%
$150k–$200k 2.6%
$200k–$300k 27.0%
$300k–$500k 18.3%
$500k–$1M 18.9%
$1M+ 1.6%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$233,100
Median rent / month$1,106
Owner occupied68.2%
Renter occupied31.8%
Vacant9.5%
Single-family detached75.4%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes16.7%
Median rooms5.3
Avg household size (owned)2.43

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.3%
2010–20196.1%
2000–200922.2%
1990–199916.4%
1980–19898.9%
1970–197912.6%
1960–19692.7%
1950–195911.0%
1940–19496.9%
1939 or earlier12.9%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)4.1%
1 bedroom11.8%
2 bedrooms26.4%
3 bedrooms52.5%
4 bedrooms5.2%
5+ bedrooms0.0%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle2.8%
1 vehicle32.6%
2 vehicles42.6%
3 or more21.9%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas20.5%
Electricity28.9%
Propane / LP gas25.2%
Fuel oil5.6%
Wood18.7%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family70942.9%
Cohabiting couple925.6%
Male householder, no spouse34921.1%
Female householder, no spouse50130.3%
Households with children under 1870242.5%
Households with seniors (65+)57434.8%
Average household size2.48

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married39.8%26.2%
Married48.8%41.3%
Separated0.1%1.0%
Widowed2.3%10.1%
Divorced9.0%21.3%

Education

Less than 9th grade 16.8%
Some HS, no diploma 13.8%
HS graduate 28.6%
Some college, no degree 14.1%
Associate's degree 4.0%
Bachelor's degree 16.8%
Graduate / professional 5.9%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher69.4%
Bachelor's or higher22.7%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool19321.4%
Kindergarten161.8%
Elementary school25328.0%
High school42747.3%
College / grad school141.6%

Employment

Industry of employment

Agriculture & mining 27.8%
Education & healthcare 20.9%
Transportation & utilities 10.2%
Retail trade 10.0%
Manufacturing 9.2%
Public administration 8.3%
Professional & management 4.7%
Arts, food & hospitality 4.4%
Other services 1.7%
Construction 1.4%
Finance & real estate 0.8%
Wholesale trade 0.7%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts21.0%
Service9.0%
Sales & office27.2%
Natural resources & construction32.3%
Production & transportation10.5%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector69.8%
Government17.5%
Self-employed10.8%
Unpaid family workers1.9%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone75.7%
Carpool5.1%
Public transit0.0%
Walk4.6%
Other means4.5%
Avg commute (minutes)19.8

Poverty

All people 26.8%
Under 18 years 56.3%
18 and over 14.4%
Married-couple families 14.0%
Female-led households 32.1%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security39.6%
Retirement income18.3%
Supplemental Security9.5%
Cash public assistance1.3%
Food stamps / SNAP11.6%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure33.0%
High cholesterol31.7%
Heart disease7.6%
Stroke3.8%
Asthma11.2%
Arthritis25.9%
Kidney disease3.5%
Pulmonary disease9.5%
Cancer6.2%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking17.6%
No physical activity26.8%
Less than 7 hrs sleep33.6%
Fair or poor health21.5%
Poor mental health17.1%
Poor physical health14.2%
No health insurance17.4%
Visited doctor (checkup)67.4%
Visited dentist53.7%
Cholesterol screening88.7%
Teeth loss18.7%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans1424.9%
Disability%
Any disability15.0%
Under 180.5%
18–64 years10.4%
65 and over53.1%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance42.4%
Public insurance64.3%
Uninsured under 190.5%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only3,63588.7%
Spanish43512.0%
Other Indo-European43512.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)3,31680.9%
Born in same state3,31680.9%
Born in different state2,75467.2%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen78119.1%
Not a US citizen32341.4%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Arab48011.7%
French2917.1%
Italian2766.7%
AncestryCount%
Polish360.9%
English310.8%
Dutch20%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access40.3%
Internet access90.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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