Bodfish, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Bodfish is a small town in California with a population of 2,191. Residents earn $33,295 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,191 Population 267/sq mi density
$33,295 Median Income $16,165 per capita
$104,700 Home Value $187,470 Zillow
$1,057 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$33,295 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$104,700 home value, $1,057/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,295
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,057
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.4%
242% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,191
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

D
Median Income$33,295
Per Capita$16,165
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty42.4%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$1,057
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,470

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Elevation3,847 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+86.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Libraries28

Is Bodfish a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bodfish receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bodfish has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bodfish is $33,295, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 42.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bodfish is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bodfish enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bodfish has a population of 2,191 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

2,191
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
8.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bodfish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bodfish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bodfish is $33,295, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 42.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bodfish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,295
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate42.4%
242% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bodfish is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,470.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,470

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio91.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% 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

Owner-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Bodfish, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Bodfish has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,847 ft (1,173 m)
Area8.2 sq mi (21.3 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates35.5734°N, 118.4864°W
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area8.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home7.1%

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