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Bradbury, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Bradbury is a small town in California with a population of 788. Residents earn $158,750 per year, which is 111% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
788 Population 402/sq mi density
$158,750 Median Income $103,532 per capita
$1,914,100 Home Value $2,102,583 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 33.9% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
185 Violent Crime/100K 830 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$158,750 median income, 4.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,914,100 home value, $3,501/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
185 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $158,750
111% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,914,100
579% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 185/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.0%
78% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 18.4%
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population788
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density402/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans0.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$158,750
Per Capita$103,532
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute35 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,914,100
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,102,583
Housing Units340
Rent Burden33.9%

Crime

F
Violent185/100K
Property830/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault185/100K
Burglary369/100K

Health

Obesity18.4%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking7.2%
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation832 ft (254 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.0%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+25.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute35 min
Broadband95.4%
Libraries258

Is Bradbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradbury receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Bradbury has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradbury is $158,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 111% above $75,149. This places Bradbury among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradbury is $1,914,100, making it a premium housing market at 579% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Bradbury is below the national average at 185 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 830 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

Bradbury is a highly educated community — 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bradbury has a population of 788 with a density of 402 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.3%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

788
Total Population
402
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.9%
22% below US avg
Spanish39.1%
192% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradbury is $158,750, which is 111% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Bradbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$158,750
111% above US avg
Per Capita Income$103,532
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradbury is $1,914,100, 579% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,102,583.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,914,100
579% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,102,583
Median List Price$5,000,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$5,000,000
$/Sq Ft$639
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio81.0%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden33.9%

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-Occupied93.4%
Housing Units340
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate0.55%
In Bradbury, 18.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 7.2% are current smokers. 17.2% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity18.4%
43% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma7.9%
COPD2.9%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.2%
49% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits70.2%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Bradbury has a violent crime rate of 185 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 830 per 100,000 (58% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent184.5/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault184.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property830.3/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary369.0/100K
Theft461.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bradbury has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation832 ft (254 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates34.1532°N, 117.9688°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 60.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin. 95.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.0%
78% above US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+25.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density402/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.4%
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit3.9%
Work from Home19.0%

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