Median Income
$52,647
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$281,300
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.1%
35% lower than US avg
How Big Pine Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,464
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density496/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,647
Per Capita$41,505
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$1,565M
Commute22 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$281,300
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$419,786
Health
Obesity29.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Climate
Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.8 in/yr
Elevation4,018 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+92.0%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute22 min
Libraries7
Is Big Pine a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Big Pine receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Big Pine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Big Pine is $52,647, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Big Pine is $281,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Big Pine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 4.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Big Pine has a population of 1,464 with a density of 496 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.3%), with 26.3% Hispanic.
Population
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.4% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
The median household income in Big Pine is $52,647, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,647 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,505 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,010 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,469 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 724 |
| County GDP | $1,565M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 162 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 74 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,611 |
| 117% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.3% |
The median home value in Big Pine is $281,300, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $419,786.
Home Values
| Census Median | $281,300 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $419,786 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,000 |
| 14% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,611 |
| 117% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.71% |
In Big Pine, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Big Pine vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.7% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 25.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,739/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
Crime Rates: Big Pine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Big Pine has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 4.8 inches |
| 87% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,018 ft (1,225 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 496/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1655°N, 118.2963°W |
| County FIPS | 06051 |