Angwin, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Angwin is a small town in California with a population of 2,774. Residents earn $127,115 per year, which is 69% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,774 Population 574/sq mi density
$127,115 Median Income $46,345 per capita
$690,400 Home Value $931,177 Zillow
$1,556 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$127,115 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$690,400 home value, $1,556/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,115
69% higher than US avg
Home Value $690,400
145% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.6%
56% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,556
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,774
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density574/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,115
Per Capita$46,345
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute19 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$690,400
Rent$1,556
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$931,177

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Elevation1,759 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.6%
High School+91.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Angwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Angwin receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Angwin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Angwin is $127,115, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Angwin among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Angwin is $690,400, making it a premium housing market at 145% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,556 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Angwin is a highly educated community — 52.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Angwin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Angwin has a population of 2,774 with a density of 574 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.4%), with 3.9% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

2,774
Total Population
574
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Angwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.3%
7% below US avg
Spanish26.7%
99% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Angwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Angwin is $127,115, which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Angwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,115
69% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,345
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Angwin is $690,400, 145% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,556 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $931,177.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$690,400
145% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$931,177

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,556
34% 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-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Angwin, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Angwin has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,759 ft (536 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density574/sq mi
Coordinates38.5779°N, 122.4512°W
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 52.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.6%
56% above US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density574/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home14.5%

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