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Cartago, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cartago is a small town in California with a population of 75. Residents earn $78,095 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
75 Population 64/sq mi density
$78,095 Median Income $37,928 per capita
$1,571 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,095 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$1,571/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,095
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,571
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,095
Per Capita$37,928
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$25,415M
Commute12 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,571
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity24.6%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking11.0%
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,674 ft (1,120 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+38.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute12 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries22

Is Cartago a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cartago receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cartago offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cartago is $78,095, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,571 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cartago enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cartago has a population of 75 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

75
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cartago vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cartago vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cartago is $78,095, which is 4% 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 12 minutes.

Income: Cartago vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,095
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,928
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,758
County GDP$25,415M

Business (County)

Restaurants731
Healthcare1,016
Retail1,095
Manufacturing237

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.5 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,571 (35% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,571
35% above US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

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-Occupied28.0%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
In Cartago, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 19.4% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma8.4%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep27.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,159
Dentists1:1,749
Mental Health1:314
Checkup Rate59.2%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death9,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,016
Cartago has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.2 inches
84% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,674 ft (1,120 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates36.3052°N, 118.0272°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+38.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,016
Restaurants731
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.5 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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