96001

96001 is a United States ZIP code located in Shasta County in northern California. It is primarily associated with the city of Redding, the largest municipality in the county and the county seat. The ZIP code covers an area that includes parts of downtown Redding, surrounding residential neighborhoods, and portions of the adjacent Redding International Airport and Redding Municipal Airport facilities.

The region falls within the Sacramento Valley, characterized by a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Redding sits at the confluence of the Sacramento and Feather rivers and is surrounded by the Shasta-Trinity National Forest to the south and the Shasta Lake recreation area to the northeast. This geographic setting provides a mix of riverine and mountainous landscapes that have influenced local development and tourism.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the population within the 96001 ZIP code has grown steadily over the past few decades, reflecting Redding’s broader demographic trends. The area has experienced increases in residential development, retail expansion, and infrastructure improvements, including the recent widening of Sacramento Valley Highway (State Route 99) to improve traffic flow. The local economy is diversified with key sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, retail trade, education, and healthcare. The presence of the Redding International Airport, with flights to major hubs, has further integrated the ZIP code into regional and national transportation networks.

Culturally, the 96001 ZIP code hosts several community events, including the annual Redding Autumn Festival and the Shasta County Fair, which attract visitors from across California. Educational institutions such as Redding High School and the Shasta College campuses serve the local population, reinforcing the area’s role as an educational hub within the county. Overall, 96001 serves as a representative microcosm of the broader demographics, economic activities, and geographic features that define northern California’s Sacramento Valley region.