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Amador City, CA

California

Amador City is a small town in California with a population of 222. Residents earn $69,844 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
222 Population 716/sq mi density
$69,844 Median Income $54,845 per capita
$356,300 Home Value $479,109 Zillow
$1,625 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$69,844 median income, 4.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$356,300 home value, $1,625/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,844
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $356,300
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,625
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,844
Per Capita$54,845
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$2,112M
Commute48 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$356,300
Rent$1,625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$479,109
Housing Units137
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking13.3%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation975 ft (297 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score4.56

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute48 min
Broadband97.2%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Amador City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amador City receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Amador City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amador City is $69,844, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amador City is $356,300, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,625 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Amador City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Amador City has a population of 222 with a density of 716 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

222
Total Population
716
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Amador City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amador City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amador City is $69,844, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Amador City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,844
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,845
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$79,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,348
County GDP$2,112M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare107
Retail126
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.2 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Amador City is $356,300, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,625 (40% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $479,109.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$356,300
26% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$479,109

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,625
40% above US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,387
1 Bedroom$1,396
2 Bedrooms$1,698
3 Bedrooms$2,220
4 Bedrooms$2,714

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.9%
Housing Units137
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Amador City, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Amador City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate68.9%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death7,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities107
Amador City has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood
Good Days %78.3%
Unhealthy Days6

Geography

Elevation975 ft (297 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density716/sq mi
Coordinates38.4190°N, 120.8233°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 97.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score4.56
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density716/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.2%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants101
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.2 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.2%

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