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California Pines, CA

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California Pines is a small town in California with a population of 359. Residents earn $55,583 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
359 Population 48/sq mi density
$55,583 Median Income $21,200 per capita
$244,000 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$55,583 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$244,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,583
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,000
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.3%
152% higher than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density48/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,583
Per Capita$21,200
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty31.3%
County GDP$688M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$244,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units223
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity33.1%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking17.4%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation4,417 ft (1,346 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute30 min
Broadband94.3%
Libraries4

Is California Pines a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in California Pines is $55,583, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 31.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in California Pines is $244,000, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

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

California Pines experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

California Pines has a population of 359 with a density of 48 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

359
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
7.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

California Pines vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

California Pines vs U.S. Average

The median household income in California Pines is $55,583, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: California Pines vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,583
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,200
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$52,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.3%
152% above US avg
Establishments (County)426
County GDP$688M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in California Pines is $244,000, 13% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,000
13% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

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-Occupied73.2%
Housing Units223
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In California Pines, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,165
Dentists1:1,419
Mental Health1:243
Checkup Rate68.3%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death13,302/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities16
California Pines has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,417 ft (1,346 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates41.4138°N, 120.6653°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 46.7-point margin. 94.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density48/sq mi
Total Area7.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants21
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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