Bachelor's+ 68.2%

102% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.4%

1% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83

Median Age13.1 yrs

Density117/mi²

Male / Female63% / 37%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$29,996

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$127M

Commute71 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$363,612

Housing Units54

Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity32.4%

Uninsured8.1%

Smoking15.9%

Depression27.4%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain23.3 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation4,994 ft (1,522 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+68.2%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+15.6%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%

Commute71 min

Broadband10.0%

Libraries4

Is Calpine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calpine receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Calpine 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 71 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Calpine is a highly educated community — 68.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Calpine experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Calpine has a population of 83 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 13.1 years, 66% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

117

People / sq mi

13.1yrs

Median Age

66% below US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%

Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Calpine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calpine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calpine 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 71 minutes.

Income: Calpine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$29,996
Avg Weekly Wage	$972
IRS Avg AGI	$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	135
County GDP	$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	9
Retail	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	71.3 min
Drive Alone	38.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	27.8%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $363,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$363,612

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.8%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	54
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg

In Calpine, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.4%
	1% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	27.4%
Mental Distress	21.2%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	8.1%
	6% below US avg
Dentists	1:1,609
Mental Health	1:400
Checkup Rate	70.2%
Dental Visits	62.9%
Premature Death	4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	7.1%
Healthcare Facilities	9

Calpine has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	46.7°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.3 inches
	39% below US avg
Snowfall	37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	4,994 ft (1,522 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	117/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6634°N, 120.4393°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06091

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 68.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%

D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	68.2%
	102% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	15.6%
School Test Score	4.69

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	117/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	10.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	9
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	71.3 min
Drive Alone	38.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	27.8%

Calpine, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Calpine a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Calpine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Calpine vs U.S. Average

Income: Calpine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities