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Anchor Bay, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Anchor Bay is a small town in California with a population of 770. Residents earn $82,448 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
770 Population 219/sq mi density
$82,448 Median Income $33,294 per capita
$845,200 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,448 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$845,200 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,448
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $845,200
200% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population770
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,448
Per Capita$33,294
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$39,448M
Commute16 min

Housing

F
Home Value$845,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units295
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity25.9%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking12.4%
Depression26.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation671 ft (205 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+84.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 71%
Commute16 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries16

Is Anchor Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anchor Bay receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Anchor Bay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anchor Bay is $82,448, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anchor Bay is $845,200, making it a premium housing market at 200% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Anchor Bay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Anchor Bay has a population of 770 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.4%).

Population

770
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Anchor Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anchor Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anchor Bay is $82,448, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Anchor Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,448
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,294
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$104,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,652
County GDP$39,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,311
Healthcare1,623
Retail1,675
Manufacturing922

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Anchor Bay is $845,200, 200% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$845,200
200% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

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-Occupied32.0%
Housing Units295
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Anchor Bay, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Anchor Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death5,997/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Anchor Bay has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation671 ft (205 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates38.8127°N, 123.5703°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 46.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.2%
D 71.4%

Winner: Democrat by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+84.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Restaurants1,311
Retail Stores1,675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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