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Ballico, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Ballico is a small town in California with a population of 538. Residents earn $163,500 per year, which is 118% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
538 Population 178/sq mi density
$163,500 Median Income $57,304 per capita
$502,400 Home Value $801,833 Zillow
$1,115 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$163,500 median income, 15.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$502,400 home value, $1,115/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $163,500
118% higher than US avg
Home Value $502,400
78% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,115
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.7%
336% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$163,500
Per Capita$57,304
Unemployment15.7%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$502,400
Rent$1,115
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$801,833
Housing Units183
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity32.6%
Uninsured14.7%
Smoking13.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation150 ft (46 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute35 min
Broadband98.1%
Libraries13

Is Ballico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ballico receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Ballico offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ballico is $163,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 118% above $75,149. This places Ballico among higher-income communities. At 15.7%, unemployment is notably high. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ballico is $502,400, making it a premium housing market at 78% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ballico enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Ballico has a population of 538 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53%).

Population

538
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ballico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.6%
53% below US avg
Spanish63.4%
373% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ballico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ballico is $163,500, which is 118% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Ballico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$163,500
118% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,304
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.7%
336% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ballico is $502,400, 78% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,115 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $801,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$502,400
78% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$801,833

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,115
4% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied74.4%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Ballico, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.4%
Uninsured14.7%
71% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,387
Dentists1:2,148
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
Ballico has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation150 ft (46 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates37.4519°N, 120.7037°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 98.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.1%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

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