ZIP Code 96142: Tahoma, California
Tahoma, CA uses ZIP code 96142, which falls within El Dorado County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 39.0644 and longitude -120.1357 (39°03'51.8"N 120°08'08.5"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 96142
96142 is the only ZIP code listed for Tahoma, CA in our directory.
Across El Dorado County there are 30 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 96141 in Homewood, CA, about 2.2 mi to the northwest.
| ZIP code | 96142 |
|---|---|
| City | Tahoma |
| County | El Dorado County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 39.0644 |
| Longitude | -120.1357 |
| DMS | 39°03'51.8"N 120°08'08.5"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 96141 (Homewood, 2.2 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 96142
Map centered on 39.0644, -120.1357. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
ZIP Codes Near 96142
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 96142, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 96142, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Homewood, CA (2.2 mi northwest), Tahoe City, CA (8.0 mi north) and Olympic Valley, CA (8.3 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Homewood, CA – 2.2 mi northwest
- Tahoe City, CA – 8.0 mi north
- Olympic Valley, CA – 8.3 mi northwest
- Glenbrook, NV – 10 mi east
- South Lake Tahoe, CA – 12 mi southeast
- Carnelian Bay, CA – 12 mi north
- Zephyr Cove, NV – 12 mi east
- Tahoe Vista, CA – 13 mi north
- Kings Beach, CA – 14 mi northeast
Schools Near Tahoma, CA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 96142 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Tahoma and El Dorado County.
Searching nearby communities such as Homewood and Tahoe City can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 96142.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Tahoma, CA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96142.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Tahoma, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 96142 may also use facilities in nearby Homewood, Tahoe City and Olympic Valley.
Shopping and Dining in Tahoma
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 96142 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Tahoma, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 96142.
To research local history, try searching for El Dorado County records and archives along with the name Tahoma.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 96142, Homewood lies about 2.2 mi to the northwest, Tahoe City lies about 8.0 mi to the north, Olympic Valley lies about 8.3 mi to the northwest, Glenbrook lies about 10 mi to the east and South Lake Tahoe lies about 12 mi to the southeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Tahoma show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 96142
Data for ZIP code 96142 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.