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Berry Creek, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Berry Creek is a small town in California with a population of 793. Residents earn $47,679 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
793 Population 14/sq mi density
$47,679 Median Income $29,493 per capita
$276,400 Home Value $232,639 Zillow
$989 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$47,679 median income, 6.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$276,400 home value, $989/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,679
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $276,400
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $989
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population793
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans22.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,679
Per Capita$29,493
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty19.1%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute46 min

Housing

B
Home Value$276,400
Rent$989
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,639
Housing Units645
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking19.4%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation2,325 ft (709 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute46 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries7

Is Berry Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berry Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Berry Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berry Creek is $47,679, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berry Creek is $276,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $989 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Berry Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 82.5 inches, including 82.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Berry Creek has a population of 793 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

793
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
57.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Berry Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Berry Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berry Creek is $47,679, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Berry Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,679
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,493
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.6 min
Drive Alone61.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Berry Creek is $276,400, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $989 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,639.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$276,400
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,639

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$989
15% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

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-Occupied83.4%
Housing Units645
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Berry Creek, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Berry Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,707
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:113
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits51.6%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Berry Creek has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 82.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall82.5 inches
117% above US avg
Snowfall82.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,325 ft (709 m)
Area57.1 sq mi (147.9 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates39.6318°N, 121.4056°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area57.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.6 min
Drive Alone61.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home34.8%

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