Amesti, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Amesti is a small town in California with a population of 2,905. Residents earn $102,083 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,905 Population 991/sq mi density
$102,083 Median Income $41,683 per capita
$825,100 Home Value
$1,889 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$102,083 median income, 4.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$825,100 home value, $1,889/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,083
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $825,100
193% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.6%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,889
62% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,905
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density991/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,083
Per Capita$41,683
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$825,100
Rent$1,889
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation195 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.6%
High School+80.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
Commute35 min
Libraries3

Is Amesti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amesti receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Amesti offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amesti is $102,083, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Amesti among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amesti is $825,100, making it a premium housing market at 193% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,889 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Amesti enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Amesti has a population of 2,905 with a density of 991 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

2,905
Total Population
991
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Amesti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.4%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.6%
278% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Amesti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amesti is $102,083, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Amesti vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,083
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,683
Avg Weekly Wage$1,154
IRS Avg AGI$88,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,930
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare110
Retail120
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,874
125% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Amesti is $825,100, 193% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,889 (62% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$825,100
193% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$677
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,889
62% 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-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,874
125% above US avg
Effective Rate0.95%
In Amesti, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate67.8%
Premature Death6,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities110

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Amesti has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation195 ft (59 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density991/sq mi
Coordinates36.9595°N, 121.7817°W
County FIPS06069
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 54.9%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.6%
39% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density991/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants113
Retail Stores120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Work from Home14.7%

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