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Chilcoot-Vinton, CA

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Chilcoot-Vinton is a small town in California with a population of 377.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
377 Population 29/sq mi density
$431,700 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $431,700
53% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

How Chilcoot-Vinton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population377
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans22.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,739
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$127M
Commute11 min

Housing

Home Value$431,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units192
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.9%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute11 min
Broadband62.5%
Libraries4

Is Chilcoot-Vinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chilcoot-Vinton receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Chilcoot-Vinton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chilcoot-Vinton is $431,700, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

19.2% 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

Chilcoot-Vinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Chilcoot-Vinton has a population of 377 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.4%), with 14.3% Hispanic.

Population

377
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
13.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.3%
Female 60.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chilcoot-Vinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chilcoot-Vinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chilcoot-Vinton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Chilcoot-Vinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,739
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above 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 Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chilcoot-Vinton is $431,700, 53% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$431,700
53% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units192
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.99%
In Chilcoot-Vinton, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chilcoot-Vinton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Chilcoot-Vinton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.3 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,079 ft (1,548 m)
Area13.2 sq mi (34.2 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates39.8067°N, 120.1389°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 62.5% 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+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area13.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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