Ahwahnee, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Ahwahnee is a small town in California with a population of 1,532. Residents earn $65,980 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,532 Population 133/sq mi density
$65,980 Median Income $42,758 per capita
$448,000 Home Value $458,860 Zillow
$1,617 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,980 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$448,000 home value, $1,617/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,980
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $448,000
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,617
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

How Ahwahnee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,532
Median Age66.3 yrs
Density133/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,980
Per Capita$42,758
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$8,846M
Commute13 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$448,000
Rent$1,617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$458,860

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation2,293 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+92.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute13 min
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Ahwahnee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ahwahnee receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Ahwahnee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ahwahnee is $65,980, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ahwahnee is $448,000, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,617 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ahwahnee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Ahwahnee has a population of 1,532 with a density of 133 people per square mile. The median age is 66.3 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 3.5% Black.

Population

1,532
Total Population
133
People / sq mi
66.3yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
11.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ahwahnee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ahwahnee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ahwahnee is $65,980, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Ahwahnee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,980
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,758
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,638
County GDP$8,846M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare232
Retail338
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ahwahnee is $448,000, 59% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,617 (39% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $458,860.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,000
59% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$458,860
Median List Price$496,200

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$496,200
$/Sq Ft$256
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,617
39% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Ahwahnee, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ahwahnee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities232

Crime Rates: Ahwahnee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Ahwahnee has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,293 ft (699 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.9 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates37.3654°N, 119.7166°W
County FIPS06039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density133/sq mi
Total Area11.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities232
Restaurants241
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Work from Home17.2%

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