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Cedar Flat, CA

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Cedar Flat is a small town in California with a population of 926. Residents earn $124,118 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
926 Population 857/sq mi density
$124,118 Median Income $98,351 per capita
$961,700 Home Value
$1,800 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$124,118 median income, 2.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$961,700 home value, $1,800/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $124,118
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $961,700
241% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.2%
102% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,800
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.8%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population926
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density857/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$124,118
Per Capita$98,351
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$127M
Commute18 min

Housing

C
Home Value$961,700
Rent$1,800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,170
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity24.8%
Uninsured3.1%
Smoking6.6%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation6,277 ft (1,913 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+25.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute18 min
Broadband96.7%
Libraries4

Is Cedar Flat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Flat receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Cedar Flat stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Flat is $124,118, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Cedar Flat among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Flat is $961,700, making it a premium housing market at 241% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Cedar Flat is a highly educated community — 68.2% 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

Cedar Flat 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.

Cedar Flat has a population of 926 with a density of 857 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%).

Population

926
Total Population
857
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Flat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.0%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.0%
64% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Flat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Flat is $124,118, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Cedar Flat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$124,118
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$98,351
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
64% 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 Rate0.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone45.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home52.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Flat is $961,700, 241% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,800 (55% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$961,700
241% above US avg
Median List Price$1,192,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,192,500
$/Sq Ft$548
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,800
55% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied86.3%
Housing Units1,170
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.44%
In Cedar Flat, 24.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.1% of residents lack health insurance. 6.6% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 11.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Flat vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.8%
23% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.1%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.6%
53% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity11.7%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress8.9%
Short Sleep27.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured3.1%
64% below US avg
Dentists1:1,609
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits78.4%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Cedar Flat 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

Elevation6,277 ft (1,913 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density857/sq mi
Coordinates39.2069°N, 120.0949°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 68.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 96.7% 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+68.2%
102% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+25.4%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density857/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone45.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home52.0%

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