Home Value $367,800

30% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 36.7%

9% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.1%

0% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population442

Median Age50.0 yrs

Density38/mi²

Male / Female62% / 39%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$71,950

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$127M

Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$367,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units289

Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity32.1%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking16.8%

Depression28.3%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain23.3 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation5,166 ft (1,575 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.7%

High School+91.5%

Graduate+18.5%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%

Commute15 min

Broadband89.9%

Libraries4

Is Beckwourth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beckwourth receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Beckwourth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beckwourth is $367,800, 30% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Beckwourth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Beckwourth has a population of 442 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

442

Total Population

People / sq mi

50.0yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

11.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%

Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Beckwourth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.5%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.5%
	74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beckwourth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beckwourth is N/A. 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 15 minutes.

Income: Beckwourth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$71,950
Avg Weekly Wage	$972
IRS Avg AGI	$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	135
County GDP	$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	9
Retail	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beckwourth is $367,800, 30% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$367,800
	30% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.8%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	289
Median Year Built	1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.16%

In Beckwourth, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.1%
	0% below US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.5%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.8%
	20% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	24.3%
Depression	28.3%
Mental Distress	22.2%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	70.1%
Dental Visits	61.7%
Premature Death	4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	7.1%
Healthcare Facilities	9

Beckwourth has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	46.7°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.3 inches
	39% below US avg
Snowfall	37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	5,166 ft (1,575 m)
Area	11.7 sq mi (30.3 km²)
Population Density	38/sq mi
Coordinates	39.8439°N, 120.4140°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06091

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 36.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%

D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	36.7%
	9% above US avg
High School+	91.5%
Graduate Degree+	18.5%
School Test Score	4.69

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	38/sq mi
Total Area	11.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.9%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	9
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Beckwourth, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Beckwourth a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Beckwourth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Beckwourth vs U.S. Average

Income: Beckwourth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities