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

ZIP code in Independence

ZIP code in Independence: 93526.

Distances are straight-line from Chalfant 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.

From Chalfant to Independence

Measured in a straight line, Independence is about 46 miles south of Chalfant. Road distance is longer, and it is one of the farther places on this site's list. Chalfant is in Mono County and Independence is in Inyo County. Of the 12 places on this site's list, Independence ranks 9th in distance from Chalfant. Between Chalfant and Independence the map shows Bishop and Big Pine. The places on this site's list closest to Chalfant are Bishop, Swall Meadows, Aspen Springs, and Crowley Lake.

Census Bureau ACS 2018-2022 estimates and USGS elevation.

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). The name Independence is shared by 14 places across the country. This is the one in Inyo County.

The houses of Independence

Independence has about 412 housing units, according to the Census Bureau. Half the homes date from 1960 or earlier; 75% were built before 1980. 83% of the housing is single-family detached houses. 72% of occupied homes are owner-occupied. 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.

Independence at 3,842 feet

The center of Independence is about 3,842 feet above sea level (USGS elevation data). Chalfant is at about 4,414 feet, which puts Independence about 550 feet lower. Above 3,000 feet, winters bring regular freezing weather; cold is hard on garage door weather seals and lubricated parts.

Close to Independence

These places sit nearest Independence and also have a page on this site:

• Lone Pine 20 mi
• 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

Garage door repairs, explained

If you are comparing repair options, our pages on off-track doors, broken spring replacement, emergency repair, new garage doors, and snapped cables explain what each job involves. Starting prices are on the pricing page; service at your address and the exact price are confirmed by phone.

To check whether garage door service reaches your Independence address, call the number above; dispatch can confirm it, and the exact price is confirmed before any work starts.

For more about Independence, see the Independence page of our website.