ZIP Code 96161: Truckee, California
Truckee, CA uses ZIP code 96161, which falls within Nevada County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 39.3385 and longitude -120.1729 (39°20'18.6"N 120°10'22.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 96161
Truckee, CA has 3 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 96161, they include 96160, 96162.
Across Nevada County there are 15 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 96160 in Truckee, CA, about 2.8 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 96161 |
|---|---|
| City | Truckee |
| County | Nevada County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 39.3385 |
| Longitude | -120.1729 |
| DMS | 39°20'18.6"N 120°10'22.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 96160 (Truckee, 2.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 96161
Map centered on 39.3385, -120.1729. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Truckee, CA
Video: Truckee, CA
Truckee, California [4K] Walking Tour - Historic Downtown Truckee, CA - Donner Pass Road — by Sandtastic Travels · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 96161
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 96161, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 96161, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Floriston, CA (8.9 mi northeast), Carnelian Bay, CA (9.0 mi southeast) and Tahoe Vista, CA (9.1 mi southeast). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Floriston, CA – 8.9 mi northeast
- Carnelian Bay, CA – 9.0 mi southeast
- Tahoe Vista, CA – 9.1 mi southeast
- Kings Beach, CA – 10 mi southeast
- Tahoe City, CA – 11 mi south
- Olympic Valley, CA – 11 mi south
- Crystal Bay, NV – 13 mi southeast
- Incline Village, NV – 13 mi southeast
- Soda Springs, CA – 14 mi west
- Norden, CA – 14 mi west
Schools Near Truckee, CA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 96161 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Truckee and Nevada County.
Searching nearby communities such as Floriston and Carnelian Bay can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 96161.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Truckee, CA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96161.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Truckee, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 96161 may also use facilities in nearby Floriston, Carnelian Bay and Tahoe Vista.
Shopping and Dining in Truckee
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 96161 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Truckee, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96161.
To research local history, try searching for Nevada County records and archives along with the name Truckee.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 96161, Floriston lies about 8.9 mi to the northeast, Carnelian Bay lies about 9.0 mi to the southeast, Tahoe Vista lies about 9.1 mi to the southeast, Kings Beach lies about 10 mi to the southeast and Tahoe City lies about 11 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Truckee show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 96161
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Truckee California - panoramio - UncleVinny”): UncleVinny, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“(1 in a 6-picture set) (5815908908)”): inkknife_2000 (7.5 million views +), CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Truckee, California [4K] Walking Tour - Historic Downtown Truckee, CA - Donner Pass Road” by Sandtastic Travels, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 96161 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.