95540 — Fortuna, CA Home Values
Typical home value $414,659 as of July 2026 · 11th of 21 in Eureka-Arcata, CA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 95540, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 95540 compares in the Eureka-Arcata, CA area
ZIP code 95540 (Fortuna, CA) has a typical home value of $414,659 as of July 2026, ranking 11th of 21 ZIP codes tracked in the Eureka-Arcata, CA area, more expensive than about 52% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -2.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed -5.2%, from $437,595 in July 2021 to $414,659 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 27.9× the annual rent ($1,240/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 Eureka-Arcata, CA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Eureka.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 95540 has a population of 14,641, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 72.1% White, 17.1% Hispanic or Latino, 6.3% two or more races, 1.8% American Indian or Alaska Native, 1.8% Asian, 0.5% another race, and 0.4% Black or African American.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Toddy Thomas Middle | 2800 Thomas St., Fortuna, CA | 0.6 mi |
| Redwood Preparatory Charter | 1480 Ross Hill Rd., Fortuna, CA | 0.8 mi |
| Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary | 3850 Rohnerville Rd., Fortuna, CA | 1 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 95540?
$414,659 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 95540 an expensive ZIP code in the Eureka-Arcata, CA area?
95540 ranks 11th of 21 ZIP codes in the Eureka-Arcata, CA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 52% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 95540 changed over the past year?
-2.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 95540?
The typical home price is 27.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,240/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 95540?
14,641, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 95540?
Toddy Thomas Middle (0.6 mi), Redwood Preparatory Charter (0.8 mi), Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary (1 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 95540?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Eureka-Arcata, 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.