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Bass Lake, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Bass Lake is a small town in California with a population of 336. Residents earn $152,083 per year, which is 102% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
336 Population 179/sq mi density
$152,083 Median Income $94,949 per capita
$913,500 Home Value $589,419 Zillow
59°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$152,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$913,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $152,083
102% higher than US avg
Home Value $913,500
224% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.6%
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.4%
105% higher than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans1.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$152,083
Per Capita$94,949
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.4%
County GDP$8,846M
Commute34 min

Housing

B
Home Value$913,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$589,419
Housing Units1,106
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity30.8%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking12.2%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation3,512 ft (1,070 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+44.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute34 min
Broadband78.2%
Libraries7

Is Bass Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bass Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Bass Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bass Lake is $152,083, which is significantly higher than the national average — 102% above $75,149. This places Bass Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bass Lake is $913,500, making it a premium housing market at 224% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Bass Lake is a highly educated community — 62.6% 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

Bass Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bass Lake has a population of 336 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

336
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.3%
Female 38.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bass Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bass Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bass Lake is $152,083, which is 102% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Bass Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$152,083
102% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,949
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.4%
105% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,638
County GDP$8,846M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare232
Retail338
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bass Lake is $913,500, 224% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $589,419.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$913,500
224% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$589,419
Median List Price$646,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$646,000
$/Sq Ft$259
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio94.9%
Price Drops6.3%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units1,106
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate0.51%
In Bass Lake, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bass Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,125
Dentists1:2,081
Mental Health1:501
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities232
Bass Lake has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,512 ft (1,070 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates37.3273°N, 119.5653°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 78.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.6%
86% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+44.2%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities232
Restaurants241
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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