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Cherokee Strip, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cherokee Strip is a small town in California with a population of 194. Residents earn $29,896 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
194 Population 2,156/sq mi density
$29,896 Median Income $7,186 per capita
$108,900 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$29,896 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$108,900 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,896
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 48.9%
294% higher than US avg

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

People

Population194
Median Age16.5 yrs
Density2,156/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$29,896
Per Capita$7,186
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty48.9%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units53
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured20.4%
Smoking12.9%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+52.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries28

Is Cherokee Strip a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherokee Strip receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Cherokee Strip offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherokee Strip is $29,896, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 48.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherokee Strip is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherokee Strip enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cherokee Strip has a population of 194 with a density of 2,156 people per square mile. The median age is 16.5 years, 58% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%).

Population

194
Total Population
2,156
People / sq mi
16.5yrs
Median Age
58% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.6%
Female 62.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherokee Strip vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only13.4%
83% below US avg
Spanish86.6%
546% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherokee Strip vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherokee Strip is $29,896, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 48.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Cherokee Strip vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,896
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$7,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate48.9%
294% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherokee Strip is $108,900, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied50.9%
Housing Units53
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Cherokee Strip, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.3%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured20.4%
137% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,090
Dentists1:1,901
Mental Health1:393
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Cherokee Strip has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.7 inches
80% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,156/sq mi
Coordinates35.4696°N, 119.2615°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
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 21.1-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+52.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,156/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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