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Choctaw Valley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Choctaw Valley is a small town in California with a population of 62. Residents earn $96,300 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
62 Population 27/sq mi density
$96,300 Median Income $57,321 per capita
$653,200 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,300 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$653,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,300
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $653,200
132% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population62
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,300
Per Capita$57,321
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute30 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$653,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units121
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity28.4%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking9.6%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries28

Is Choctaw Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Choctaw Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Choctaw Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Choctaw Valley is $96,300, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Choctaw Valley is $653,200, making it a premium housing market at 132% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% 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

Choctaw Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Choctaw Valley has a population of 62 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%).

Population

62
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Choctaw Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Choctaw Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Choctaw Valley is $96,300, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Choctaw Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,300
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,321
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate0.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Choctaw Valley is $653,200, 132% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$653,200
132% above US avg
Median List Price$1,024,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,024,999
$/Sq Ft$277
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate0.81%
In Choctaw Valley, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 9.6% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Choctaw Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,090
Dentists1:1,901
Mental Health1:393
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Choctaw Valley has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
83% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates35.4486°N, 118.8872°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. 38.0% 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+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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