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Carnelian Bay, CA

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Carnelian Bay is a small town in California with a population of 432. Residents earn $196,250 per year, which is 161% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
432 Population 332/sq mi density
$196,250 Median Income $89,579 per capita
$814,900 Home Value $1,048,626 Zillow
$3,193 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$196,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$814,900 home value, $3,193/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $196,250
161% higher than US avg
Home Value $814,900
189% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.7%
89% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,193
175% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population432
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$196,250
Per Capita$89,579
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$127M
Commute15 min

Housing

A
Home Value$814,900
Rent$3,193
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,048,626
Housing Units993
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity25.0%
Uninsured3.2%
Smoking6.5%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation6,402 ft (1,951 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+14.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute15 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries4

Is Carnelian Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carnelian Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Carnelian Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carnelian Bay is $196,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 161% above $75,149. This places Carnelian Bay among higher-income communities. 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 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carnelian Bay is $814,900, making it a premium housing market at 189% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,193 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Carnelian Bay is a highly educated community — 63.7% 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

Carnelian Bay has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 179.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Carnelian Bay has a population of 432 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.8%).

Population

432
Total Population
332
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Carnelian Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.3%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.7%
17% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Carnelian Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carnelian Bay is $196,250, which is 161% above the national average of $75,149. 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 15 minutes.

Income: Carnelian Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$196,250
161% above US avg
Per Capita Income$89,579
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Drive Alone43.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Carnelian Bay is $814,900, 189% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,193 (175% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,048,626.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$814,900
189% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,048,626
Median List Price$1,250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,250,000
$/Sq Ft$613
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,193
175% above US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

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-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units993
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.52%
In Carnelian Bay, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.2% of residents lack health insurance. 6.5% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 12.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Carnelian Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure24.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD3.1%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.5%
54% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity12.0%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep28.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured3.2%
63% below US avg
Dentists1:1,609
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits77.3%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Carnelian Bay has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall179.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,402 ft (1,951 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density332/sq mi
Coordinates39.2352°N, 120.0782°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 63.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 94.7% 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+63.7%
89% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+14.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density332/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Drive Alone43.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.5%

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