Median Income
$40,000
47% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
15% higher than US avg
How Carson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population260
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
B
Median Income$40,000
Per Capita$34,417
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$104M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation2,313 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Libraries1
Is Carson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Carson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Carson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Carson is $40,000, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Carson is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Carson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Carson has a population of 260 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 10.8% Hispanic.
Population
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.1% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.9% |
| 26% below US avg |
The median household income in Carson is $40,000, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,000 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,417 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $962 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,151 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 14.3% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 110 |
| County GDP | $104M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Carson is $72,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,000 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $575 |
| 51% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Carson, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Carson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.3% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,581/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 27.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Carson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Carson has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,313 ft (705 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.4223°N, 101.5706°W |
| County FIPS | 38037 |