Camino, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Camino is a small town in California with a population of 1,968. Residents earn $82,098 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,968 Population 766/sq mi density
$82,098 Median Income $69,907 per capita
$472,000 Home Value $488,415 Zillow
$2,013 Median Rent 28.9% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$82,098 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$472,000 home value, $2,013/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,098
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $472,000
67% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,013
73% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,968
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density766/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,098
Per Capita$69,907
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute36 min

Housing

B
Home Value$472,000
Rent$2,013
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$488,415
Rent Burden28.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Elevation3,091 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+96.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute36 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries7

Is Camino a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camino receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Camino offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camino is $82,098, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camino is $472,000, making it a premium housing market at 67% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,013 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Camino enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Camino has a population of 1,968 with a density of 766 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

1,968
Total Population
766
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Camino vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camino vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camino is $82,098, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Camino vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,098
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$69,907
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$117,647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,552
County GDP$11,555M

Business (County)

Restaurants513
Healthcare495
Retail520
Manufacturing175

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Camino is $472,000, 67% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,013 (73% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $488,415.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$472,000
67% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$488,415
Median List Price$574,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$574,900
$/Sq Ft$227
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,013
73% above US avg
Rent Burden28.9%

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-Occupied69.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Camino, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death6,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities495

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Camino has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,091 ft (942 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density766/sq mi
Coordinates38.7423°N, 120.6808°W
County FIPS06017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 42.6%

Winner: Republican by 12 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density766/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities495
Restaurants513
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.6%

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