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Campo, CA

California · San Diego County · Metropolitan Area

Campo is a small town in California with a population of 2,739. Residents earn $61,538 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,739 Population 117/sq mi density
$61,538 Median Income $31,903 per capita
$337,500 Home Value $496,865 Zillow
$1,890 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,538 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$337,500 home value, $1,890/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,538
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $337,500
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,890
63% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,739
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,538
Per Capita$31,903
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$331,868M
Commute41 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$337,500
Rent$1,890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$496,865
Housing Units1,093
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,797 ft (853 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+79.4%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute41 min
Broadband83.3%
EV Stations6
Libraries88

Is Campo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Campo receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Campo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Campo is $61,538, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Campo is $337,500, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,890 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Campo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Campo has a population of 2,739 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.7%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 6.7% Black.

Population

2,739
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
23.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Campo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.8%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.2%
125% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Campo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Campo is $61,538, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Campo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,538
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,903
Avg Weekly Wage$1,593
IRS Avg AGI$104,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)133,031
County GDP$331,868M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,243
Healthcare11,184
Retail9,270
Manufacturing2,955

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.6 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Campo is $337,500, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,890 (63% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $496,865.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$337,500
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$496,865
Median List Price$495,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$495,000
$/Sq Ft$467
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,890
63% above US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

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-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units1,093
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Campo, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.6%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,185
Dentists1:1,013
Mental Health1:190
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death5,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,184
Campo has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.6 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,797 ft (853 m)
Area23.5 sq mi (60.9 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates32.6410°N, 116.4745°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountySan Diego County County
County FIPS06073
Campo is located in San Diego County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.8-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.2%
D 56.9%

Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+79.4%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area23.5 sq mi
CountySan Diego County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries88
Healthcare Facilities11,184
Restaurants8,243
Retail Stores9,270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.6 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Nearby Cities

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