Armona, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Armona is a small town in California with a population of 4,084. Residents earn $60,100 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,084 Population 1,992/sq mi density
$60,100 Median Income $19,293 per capita
$260,300 Home Value $302,499 Zillow
$1,282 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$60,100 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$260,300 home value, $1,282/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,100
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $260,300
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,282
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,084
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density1,992/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 34%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,100
Per Capita$19,293
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$260,300
Rent$1,282
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$302,499

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain8.5 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+63.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute25 min
Libraries7

Is Armona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Armona receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Armona has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Armona is $60,100, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Armona is $260,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,282 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Armona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Armona has a population of 4,084 with a density of 1,992 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (33.7%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

4,084
Total Population
1,992
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%
Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Armona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only38.0%
52% below US avg
Spanish62.0%
363% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Armona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Armona is $60,100, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Armona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,100
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,293
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below 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 Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Armona is $260,300, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,282 (10% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $302,499.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,300
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$302,499
Median List Price$225,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$225,000
$/Sq Ft$207
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.5%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,282
10% 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-Occupied62.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Armona, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Armona has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.5 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density1,992/sq mi
Coordinates36.3166°N, 119.7054°W
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+63.2%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,992/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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