Home Value $464,000

65% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 29.6%

12% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.0%

6% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 72.0%

481% higher than US avg

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

People

Population139

Median Age33.8 yrs

Density79/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans81.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$24,104

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty72.0%

County GDP$12,901M

Commute13 min

Housing

Home Value$464,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units93

Rent Burden34.1%

Health

Obesity34.0%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking20.4%

Depression27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain56.3 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%

Commute13 min

Broadband60.0%

Libraries7

Is Cherokee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherokee receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Cherokee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 72.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherokee is $464,000, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Cherokee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cherokee has a population of 139 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

139

Total Population

People / sq mi

33.8yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherokee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherokee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherokee is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 72.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Cherokee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$24,104
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,106
IRS Avg AGI	$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	72.0%
	481% above US avg
Establishments (County)	9,029
County GDP	$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants	457
Healthcare	632
Retail	676
Manufacturing	166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,175
	48% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	12.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherokee is $464,000, 65% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$464,000
	65% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	34.1%

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-Occupied	51.7%
Housing Units	93
Median Year Built	1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,175
	48% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.12%

In Cherokee, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.0%
	6% above US avg
Diabetes	12.0%
High Blood Pressure	34.9%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.4%
	46% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.5%
Physical Inactivity	27.7%
Depression	27.4%
Mental Distress	22.1%
Physical Distress	17.1%
Short Sleep	35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.1%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,707
Dentists	1:1,234
Mental Health	1:113
Checkup Rate	68.6%
Dental Visits	50.9%
Premature Death	9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	82.2%
Healthcare Facilities	632

Cherokee has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	61.5°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	47°F (9°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	56.3 inches
	48% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,371 ft (418 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density	79/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6509°N, 121.5336°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06007

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%

D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	29.6%
	12% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	79/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	60.0%
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	632
Restaurants	457
Retail Stores	676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	31
FEMA Disaster Declarations	364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	12.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Cherokee, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Cherokee a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Cherokee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Cherokee vs U.S. Average

Income: Cherokee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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