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Bradley, CA

California · San Luis Obispo County · Metropolitan Area

Bradley is a small town in California with a population of 83. Residents earn $43,906 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
83 Population 922/sq mi density
$43,906 Median Income $16,781 per capita
$305,000 Home Value $650,927 Zillow
60°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$43,906 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$305,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,906
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $305,000
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.7%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density922/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,906
Per Capita$16,781
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute22 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$305,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$650,927
Housing Units36
Rent Burden33.3%

Health

Obesity23.7%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking9.7%
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation539 ft (164 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute22 min
Broadband29.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is Bradley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bradley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradley is $43,906, 42% below the national average of $75,149. 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradley is $305,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Bradley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bradley has a population of 83 with a density of 922 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.6%).

Population

83
Total Population
922
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradley is $43,906, which is 42% below 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 22 minutes.

Income: Bradley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,906
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,781
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
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradley is $305,000, 8% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $650,927.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$305,000
8% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$650,927

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.3%

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-Occupied62.1%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%
In Bradley, 23.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.7% are current smokers. 19.2% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.7%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.1%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.7%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep25.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,205
Dentists1:1,097
Mental Health1:136
Checkup Rate57.9%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Bradley has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.2 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation539 ft (164 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density922/sq mi
Coordinates35.8628°N, 120.8043°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountySan Luis Obispo County County
County FIPS06079
Bradley is located in San Luis Obispo County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density922/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountySan Luis Obispo County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

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