Byron, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Byron is a small town in California with a population of 1,876. Residents earn $92,813 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,876 Population 288/sq mi density
$92,813 Median Income $32,038 per capita
$862,200 Home Value $868,997 Zillow
$2,488 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$92,813 median income, 8.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$862,200 home value, $2,488/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,813
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $862,200
206% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,488
114% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,876
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density288/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

B+
Median Income$92,813
Per Capita$32,038
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$96,579M
Commute41 min

Housing

F
Home Value$862,200
Rent$2,488
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$868,997

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation36 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+85.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 67%
Commute41 min
EV Stations1
Libraries33

Is Byron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Byron receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Byron has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Byron is $92,813, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Byron is $862,200, making it a premium housing market at 206% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,488 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Byron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Byron has a population of 1,876 with a density of 288 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,876
Total Population
288
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Byron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.6%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.4%
104% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Byron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Byron is $92,813, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Byron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,813
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,038
Avg Weekly Wage$1,658
IRS Avg AGI$143,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)39,474
County GDP$96,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,228
Healthcare3,572
Retail2,390
Manufacturing495

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Byron is $862,200, 206% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,488 (114% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $868,997.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$862,200
206% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$868,997

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$599
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio81.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,488
114% above 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-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Byron, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death5,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access97.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,572

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

Byron has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²)
Population Density288/sq mi
Coordinates37.8756°N, 121.6421°W
County FIPS06013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 67.3%

Winner: Democrat by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density288/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities3,572
Restaurants2,228
Retail Stores2,390

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

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