Home Value $336,500

19% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.9%

88% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.8%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.2%

100% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.8%

86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population401

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density82/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$28,760

Unemployment7.2%

Poverty1.8%

County GDP$7,591M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$336,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units104

Rent Burden37.1%

Health

Obesity34.8%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking18.8%

Depression27.7%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain65.4 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation1,482 ft (452 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.9%

High School+88.8%

Graduate+1.5%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%

Commute16 min

Broadband88.0%

Libraries13

Is Benbow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benbow receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Benbow faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Benbow is $336,500, 19% above the national median.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Benbow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Benbow has a population of 401 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

401

Total Population

People / sq mi

39.0yrs

Median Age

0% below US avg

4.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Benbow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Benbow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benbow is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Benbow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$28,760
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,062
IRS Avg AGI	$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.2%
	100% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.8%
	86% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,685
County GDP	$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants	393
Healthcare	384
Retail	538
Manufacturing	123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,760
	36% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.7 min
Drive Alone	56.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Benbow is $336,500, 19% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$336,500
	19% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	37.1%

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	58.7%
Housing Units	104
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,760
	36% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.41%

In Benbow, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.8%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	11.4%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.8%
	34% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	27.6%
Depression	27.7%
Mental Distress	22.5%
Physical Distress	16.5%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	84.3%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,642
Dentists	1:1,216
Mental Health	1:160
Checkup Rate	69.2%
Dental Visits	54.0%
Premature Death	9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	88.3%
Healthcare Facilities	384

Benbow has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.4 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	56.1°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	65.4 inches
	72% above US avg
Snowfall	0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,482 ft (452 m)
Area	4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density	82/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0603°N, 123.7654°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06023

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%

D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	3.9%
	88% below US avg
High School+	88.8%
Graduate Degree+	1.5%
School Test Score	4.69

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	82/sq mi
Total Area	4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.0%
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	384
Restaurants	393
Retail Stores	538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.7 min
Drive Alone	56.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Benbow, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Benbow a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Benbow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Benbow vs U.S. Average

Income: Benbow 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: Benbow 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