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Bootjack, CA

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Bootjack is a small town in California with a population of 435. Residents earn $77,589 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
435 Population 114/sq mi density
$77,589 Median Income $45,283 per capita
$403,300 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$77,589 median income, 1.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$403,300 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,589
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $403,300
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population435
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,589
Per Capita$45,283
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$1,036M
Commute19 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$403,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units185
Rent Burden13.4%

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.7%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation2,282 ft (696 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+12.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Broadband76.7%
Libraries5

Is Bootjack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bootjack receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bootjack offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bootjack is $77,589, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bootjack is $403,300, 43% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bootjack enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bootjack has a population of 435 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

435
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Bootjack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bootjack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bootjack is $77,589, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Bootjack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,589
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,283
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$66,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)643
County GDP$1,036M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare37
Retail38
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone42.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bootjack is $403,300, 43% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$403,300
43% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden13.4%

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-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units185
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Bootjack, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,287
Dentists1:1,891
Mental Health1:297
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death9,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities37
Bootjack has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,282 ft (696 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates37.4740°N, 119.8838°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 76.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+12.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants53
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone42.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%

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