Callender, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Callender is a small town in California with a population of 2,764. Residents earn $136,458 per year, which is 82% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,764 Population 1,207/sq mi density
$136,458 Median Income $48,345 per capita
$1,020,400 Home Value
$2,439 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$136,458 median income, 6.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$1,020,400 home value, $2,439/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $136,458
82% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,020,400
262% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.5%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,439
110% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,764
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density1,207/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

B+
Median Income$136,458
Per Capita$48,345
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute20 min

Housing

C
Home Value$1,020,400
Rent$2,439
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation139 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+92.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute20 min
Libraries17

Is Callender a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Callender receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Callender offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Callender is $136,458, which is significantly higher than the national average — 82% above $75,149. This places Callender among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Callender is $1,020,400, making it a premium housing market at 262% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,439 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Callender enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Callender has a population of 2,764 with a density of 1,207 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.3%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

2,764
Total Population
1,207
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Callender vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.5%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Callender vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Callender is $136,458, which is 82% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Callender vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$136,458
82% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,345
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$98,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above 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
Effective Tax Rate0.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Callender is $1,020,400, 262% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,439 (110% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,020,400
262% above US avg
Median List Price$2,890,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,890,990
$/Sq Ft$536
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,439
110% 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-Occupied55.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Rate0.75%
In Callender, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Callender has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation139 ft (42 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,207/sq mi
Coordinates35.0480°N, 120.5759°W
County FIPS06079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,207/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home6.1%

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