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Cantua Creek, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cantua Creek is a small town in California with a population of 520. Residents earn $40,222 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
520 Population 137/sq mi density
$40,222 Median Income $12,288 per capita
$660 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$40,222 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$660/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,222
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $660
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 57.4%
363% higher than US avg

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

People

Population520
Median Age21.7 yrs
Density137/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,222
Per Capita$12,288
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty57.4%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$660
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,201
Housing Units127
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity46.1%
Uninsured31.6%
Smoking18.5%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation289 ft (88 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+54.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute13 min
Broadband81.2%
Libraries7

Is Cantua Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cantua Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Cantua Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cantua Creek is $40,222, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 57.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $660 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cantua Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cantua Creek has a population of 520 with a density of 137 people per square mile. The median age is 21.7 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.7%).

Population

520
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
21.7yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cantua Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only9.9%
87% below US avg
Spanish90.1%
572% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cantua Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cantua Creek is $40,222, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 57.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Cantua Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,222
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,288
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate57.4%
363% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $660 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,201.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$219,201

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$660
43% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

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-Occupied17.2%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
In Cantua Creek, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 46.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cantua Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.5%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity46.5%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress21.3%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured31.6%
267% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,692
Dentists1:1,577
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate67.5%
Dental Visits38.1%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
Cantua Creek has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.3 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation289 ft (88 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates36.5000°N, 120.3164°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+54.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density137/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.1 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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