Median Income
$70,347
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$385,100
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$955
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.0%
35% lower than US avg
How Carson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,553
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density533/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,347
Per Capita$35,485
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,795M
Commute26 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$385,100
Rent$955
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$442,950
Rent Burden35.8%
Health
Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI28 (Good)
Elevation556 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute26 min
Libraries3
Is Carson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Carson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. 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 $70,347, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% 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 $385,100, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $955 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Carson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Carson has a population of 2,553 with a density of 533 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 10.7% Hispanic.
Population
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Carson is $70,347, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,347 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,485 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,004 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,421 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,494 |
| County GDP | $1,795M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 135 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
The median home value in Carson is $385,100, 37% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $955 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $442,950.
Home Values
| Census Median | $385,100 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $442,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $955 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 35.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,161 |
| 47% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.34% |
In Carson, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Carson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.1% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.8% |
| Premature Death | 5,187/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 135 |
Crime Rates: Carson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Carson has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 556 ft (169 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 533/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7348°N, 121.8262°W |
| County FIPS | 41027 |