California Junction, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

California Junction is a small town in Iowa with a population of 32.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
32 Population 70/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,469 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population32
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,469
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$675M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Elevation1,008 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries6

Is California Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, California Junction receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. California Junction stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 27 minutes.

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 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

California Junction experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 28.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

California Junction has a population of 32 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

32
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

California Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

California Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in California Junction is N/A. 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 27 minutes.

Income: California Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,469
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$76,751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)472
County GDP$675M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare30
Retail40
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,152
19% above US avg
In California Junction, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: California Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death6,755/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

California Junction has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall28.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,008 ft (307 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates41.5602°N, 95.9948°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19085
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 Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.3%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants29
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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