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Aspen Springs, CA

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Aspen Springs is a small town in California with a population of 241. Residents earn $129,349 per year, which is 72% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
241 Population 67/sq mi density
$129,349 Median Income $50,484 per capita
44°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$129,349 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $129,349
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.7%
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans28.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$129,349
Per Capita$50,484
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,565M
Commute29 min

Health

Obesity28.2%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking12.9%
Depression23.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation8,024 ft (2,446 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute29 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries7

Is Aspen Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aspen Springs receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Aspen Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aspen Springs is $129,349, which is significantly higher than the national average — 72% above $75,149. This places Aspen Springs among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Education

Aspen Springs is a highly educated community — 52.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Aspen Springs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Aspen Springs has a population of 241 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

241
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Aspen Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aspen Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aspen Springs is $129,349, which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Aspen Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$129,349
72% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,484
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$85,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)724
County GDP$1,565M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare35
Retail74
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Aspen Springs, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Aspen Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate59.4%
Dental Visits49.1%
Premature Death4,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Aspen Springs has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.7 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,024 ft (2,446 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates37.5488°N, 118.6997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 52.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.8%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.7%
56% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants162
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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