Propane in Nevada County: the numbers
32.1% of Nevada County homes (13,756 of 42,865) heat with propane, and 35.0% use utility natural gas, according to the Census Bureau's 2020-2024 survey. On our routes, Lake of the Pines has the most propane-heated homes at 3,441.
Nevada County
Our Nevada County towns, ZIP area by ZIP area
| Town | ZIP area | Propane-heated homes | Share on propane | Share on utility gas | Drive from our yard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake of the Pines | 95602 | 3,441 | 45.3% | 23.3% | 27 min |
| Nevada City | 95959 | 2,840 | 38.2% | 33.4% | 42 min |
| Grass Valley | 95945 | 1,864 | 15.5% | 48.8% | 39 min |
More foothill propane data
Figures are Census estimates of each household's main heating fuel; homes that use propane only for cooking or hot water are not counted.
Questions
Nevada County propane questions
What share of Nevada County homes heat with propane?
32.1% (13,756 of 42,865 households), per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, table B25040.
Does American River Gas deliver in Nevada County?
Yes. We deliver to Lake of the Pines, Grass Valley, Nevada City in Nevada County from our Newcastle yard. Call (530) 888-7438 and we will tell you your delivery day.
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