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

ZIP code in Independence

Independence ZIP code: 93526.

Distances are straight-line from Benton 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 Independence: those whose USPS city name is Independence (GeoNames) plus those whose area overlaps Independence (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.

Benton and Independence on the map

Measured in a straight line, Independence is about 70 miles south of Benton. Road distance is longer. This site lists 12 places, out to 70 miles, because few other places on its list are near Benton. Benton is in Mono County and Independence is in Inyo County. Among the 12 places this site lists, Independence is number 12 by distance from Benton. Between Benton and Independence the map shows Chalfant, Bishop, and Big Pine. The places on this site's list closest to Benton are Aspen Springs, Crowley Lake, Chalfant, and Swall Meadows.

Census Bureau ACS 2018-2022 estimates and USGS elevation.

Housing in Independence

Independence has about 412 housing units, according to the Census Bureau. The median home was built in 1960, and 75% of homes were built before 1980. Single-family detached houses make up 83% of Independence's homes. About 72 in 100 occupied homes in Independence are lived in by their owners. 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 Independence.

About Independence

Independence is an unincorporated community (a census-designated place) in Inyo County. About 850 people live in the 4.9 square miles of Independence (around 175 per square mile). There are 14 places in the United States named Independence; this one is in Inyo County.

Places near Independence

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

• Big Pine 23 mi
• Bishop 38 mi
• Chalfant 46 mi
• Swall Meadows 52 mi
• Aspen Springs 56 mi
• Crowley Lake 59 mi
• Mammoth Lakes 69 mi
• Benton 70 mi

The lay of the land

Ground elevation at the center of Independence is about 3,842 feet above sea level (USGS). Benton is at about 5,367 feet, which puts Independence about 1,550 feet lower. Above 3,000 feet, winters bring regular freezing weather; cold is hard on garage door weather seals and lubricated parts.

What the repair pages cover

Read about broken spring replacement, emergency repair, opener repair, snapped cables, and new garage doors before you call. The pricing page lists starting prices, and a phone call confirms whether service reaches your address.

If you live in Independence and want to know whether we can service your garage door, call dispatch with the address; nothing on this page is a promise of service at a given address.

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