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Alpaugh, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Alpaugh is a small town in California with a population of 853. Residents earn $42,917 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
853 Population 2,031/sq mi density
$42,917 Median Income $12,404 per capita
$92,900 Home Value $205,602 Zillow
$1,038 Median Rent 36.9% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$42,917 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,900 home value, $1,038/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,917
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,038
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.7%
269% higher than US avg

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

People

Population853
Median Age23.1 yrs
Density2,031/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$42,917
Per Capita$12,404
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty45.7%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,900
Rent$1,038
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,602
Housing Units224
Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured27.8%
Smoking17.1%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+60.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute33 min
Broadband59.4%
Libraries7

Is Alpaugh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alpaugh receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Alpaugh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alpaugh is $42,917, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 45.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alpaugh is $92,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Alpaugh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Alpaugh has a population of 853 with a density of 2,031 people per square mile. The median age is 23.1 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

853
Total Population
2,031
People / sq mi
23.1yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Alpaugh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only15.3%
81% below US avg
Spanish84.7%
532% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Alpaugh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alpaugh is $42,917, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Alpaugh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,917
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,404
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate45.7%
269% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alpaugh is $92,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,038 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,602.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,900
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,602

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,038
11% below US avg
Rent Burden36.9%

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-Occupied33.9%
Housing Units224
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Alpaugh, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 42.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes16.6%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity42.4%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress19.9%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured27.8%
223% above US avg
Checkup Rate66.3%
Dental Visits46.6%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
Alpaugh has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.5 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,031/sq mi
Coordinates35.8890°N, 119.4858°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 59.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+60.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,031/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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