Blacklake, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Blacklake is a small town in California with a population of 1,122. Residents earn $99,191 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,122 Population 1,069/sq mi density
$99,191 Median Income $68,633 per capita
$821,600 Home Value
$3,203 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$99,191 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$821,600 home value, $3,203/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,191
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $821,600
191% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.0%
66% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,203
175% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,122
Median Age69.3 yrs
Density1,069/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,191
Per Capita$68,633
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute18 min

Housing

D
Home Value$821,600
Rent$3,203
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation343 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute18 min
Libraries17

Is Blacklake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blacklake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Blacklake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blacklake is $99,191, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Blacklake among higher-income communities. 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 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blacklake is $821,600, making it a premium housing market at 191% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,203 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Blacklake is a highly educated community — 56.0% 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

Blacklake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Blacklake has a population of 1,122 with a density of 1,069 people per square mile. The median age is 69.3 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

1,122
Total Population
1,069
People / sq mi
69.3yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Blacklake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blacklake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blacklake is $99,191, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. 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 18 minutes.

Income: Blacklake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,191
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,633
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$98,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,662
County GDP$24,505M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,072
Healthcare1,220
Retail1,084
Manufacturing473

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Work from Home32.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Blacklake is $821,600, 191% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,203 (175% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$821,600
191% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,203
175% above 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

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Rate0.93%
In Blacklake, 24.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity15.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220

Crime Rates: Blacklake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Blacklake has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation343 ft (105 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,069/sq mi
Coordinates35.0497°N, 120.5386°W
County FIPS06079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 56.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.0%
66% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,069/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Work from Home32.9%

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