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Chalfant, CA

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Chalfant is a small town in California with a population of 598. Residents earn $65,156 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
598 Population 21/sq mi density
$65,156 Median Income $25,196 per capita
$292,700 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,156 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$292,700 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,156
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $292,700
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans18.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,156
Per Capita$25,196
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$1,565M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$292,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units221
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking13.2%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,423 ft (1,348 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+21.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries7

Is Chalfant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chalfant receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chalfant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chalfant is $65,156, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.2% 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 Chalfant is $292,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Chalfant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°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 4.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Chalfant has a population of 598 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 10.5% Hispanic.

Population

598
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
28.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chalfant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chalfant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chalfant is $65,156, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Chalfant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,156
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,196
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$85,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)724
County GDP$1,565M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare35
Retail74
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chalfant is $292,700, 4% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,700
4% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.6%

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-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units221
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Chalfant, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death4,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Chalfant has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.8 inches
87% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,423 ft (1,348 m)
Area28.0 sq mi (72.6 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates37.4921°N, 118.3904°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.8%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+21.5%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area28.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants162
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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