Buckhorn, CA: ZIP codes, distance and what to know

ZIP code in Buckhorn

ZIP code in Buckhorn: 95666.

Distances are straight-line from West Sacramento to the center of each ZIP code area. Residents, median year built and owner-occupied share are U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2018-2022 estimates for the ZIP code area. ZIP codes in Buckhorn: those whose USPS city name is Buckhorn (GeoNames) plus those whose area overlaps Buckhorn (U.S. Census ZCTA-to-place relationship file); a ZIP code can belong to more than one city. Listing a ZIP code here does not mean service to every address in it.

About Buckhorn

Buckhorn is an unincorporated community (a census-designated place) in Amador County. The area of Buckhorn is about 4.9 square miles; its population is about 3,196, or 648 per square mile.

There are 4 places in the United States named Buckhorn; this one is in Amador County. Buckhorn is in area code 209. Elk Grove, a city of about 182,797, is the closest larger city: about 46 miles west of Buckhorn.

Around Buckhorn

Neighborhoods and nearby communities around Buckhorn include Amador Pines, Lockwood, Volcano, Wilseyville, and Glencoe.

Sources: OpenStreetMap contributors (neighborhoods, parks, museums), National Center for Education Statistics (public schools), CMS (hospitals). See also the Buckhorn city guide.

Buckhorn at 3,274 feet

The center of Buckhorn is about 3,274 feet above sea level (USGS elevation data). West Sacramento is at about 13 feet, which puts Buckhorn about 3,250 feet higher. Above 3,000 feet, winters bring regular freezing weather; cold is hard on garage door weather seals and lubricated parts.

The houses of Buckhorn

Census estimates count 1,986 housing units in Buckhorn. The median home was built in 1980. 94% of the housing is single-family detached houses. Where many homes are older, original springs, cables and openers are more likely to be near the end of their service life.

Housing figures: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2018-2022 5-year estimates for Buckhorn.

Buckhorn in relation to West Sacramento

Measured in a straight line, Buckhorn is about 55 miles east of West Sacramento. Road distance is longer, and it is one of the farther places on this site's list. Buckhorn belongs to Amador County, while West Sacramento is in Yolo County. Among the 243 places this site lists, Buckhorn is number 217 by distance from West Sacramento. Between West Sacramento and Buckhorn the map shows Rosemont, Sloughhouse, Rancho Murieta, and Plymouth. Nearest to West Sacramento on this site's list: Sacramento, Fruitridge Pocket, Lemon Hill, and Parkway.

Census Bureau ACS 2018-2022 estimates and USGS elevation.

Garage door repairs, explained

If you are comparing repair options, our pages on new garage doors, opener repair, off-track doors, emergency repair, and snapped cables explain what each job involves. Starting prices are on the pricing page; service at your address and the exact price are confirmed by phone.

Places near Buckhorn

Other places near Buckhorn that also have a page on this site:

• Amador Pines 2 mi
• Pioneer 3 mi
• West Point 3 mi
• Red Corral 5 mi
• Wilseyville 6 mi
• Glencoe 7 mi
• Pine Grove 8 mi
• Pollock Pines 21 mi
• Camino 21 mi

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