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Butte Creek Canyon, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Butte Creek Canyon is a small town in California with a population of 783. Residents earn $100,197 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
783 Population 38/sq mi density
$100,197 Median Income $49,158 per capita
$700,700 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$100,197 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$700,700 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,197
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $700,700
149% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.8%
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

How Butte Creek Canyon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population783
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,197
Per Capita$49,158
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute17 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$700,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units391
Rent Burden34.1%

Health

Obesity25.8%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking9.0%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,025 ft (312 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.8%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+28.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute17 min
Broadband95.2%
Libraries7

Is Butte Creek Canyon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Butte Creek Canyon 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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Butte Creek Canyon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Butte Creek Canyon is $100,197, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Butte Creek Canyon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Butte Creek Canyon is $700,700, making it a premium housing market at 149% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Butte Creek Canyon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Butte Creek Canyon has a population of 783 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 7.8% Hispanic.

Population

783
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
20.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Butte Creek Canyon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Butte Creek Canyon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Butte Creek Canyon is $100,197, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Butte Creek Canyon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,197
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,158
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Butte Creek Canyon is $700,700, 149% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$700,700
149% above US avg
Median List Price$792,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$792,000
$/Sq Ft$854
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.1%

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-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units391
Median Year Built2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate0.74%
In Butte Creek Canyon, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 9.0% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Butte Creek Canyon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.0%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep29.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits72.1%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Butte Creek Canyon has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,025 ft (312 m)
Area20.5 sq mi (53.1 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates39.7445°N, 121.7071°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 48.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 95.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.8%
45% above US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+28.2%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area20.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

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