Cedar Ridge, CA

California

Cedar Ridge is a small town in California with a population of 1,513. Residents earn $72,180 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,513 Population 194/sq mi density
$72,180 Median Income $37,963 per capita
$373,100 Home Value
$1,397 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,180 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$373,100 home value, $1,397/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,180
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $373,100
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,397
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,513
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,180
Per Capita$37,963
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$2,074M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$373,100
Rent$1,397
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Elevation3,747 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+97.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Libraries9

Is Cedar Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cedar Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Ridge is $72,180, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Ridge is $373,100, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,397 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cedar Ridge has a population of 1,513 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,513
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Ridge is $72,180, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Cedar Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,180
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,963
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$79,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,514
County GDP$2,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare90
Retail136
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Ridge is $373,100, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,397 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$373,100
32% above US avg
Median List Price$455,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$455,000
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,397
20% above US avg

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-Occupied83.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Cedar Ridge, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death7,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities90

Crime Rates: Cedar Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cedar Ridge has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,747 ft (1,142 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates38.0657°N, 120.2739°W
County FIPS06009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.8%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants118
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home12.7%

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