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Clipper Mills, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Clipper Mills is a small town in California with a population of 285.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
285 Population 164/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age9.4 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,076
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$4,508M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,437
Housing Units116
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking20.2%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation3,431 ft (1,046 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute28 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Clipper Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clipper Mills receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Clipper Mills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

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

Clipper Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 82.5 inches, including 82.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Clipper Mills has a population of 285 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 9.4 years, 76% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

285
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
9.4yrs
Median Age
76% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Clipper Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Clipper Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clipper Mills is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Clipper Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,076
Avg Weekly Wage$1,287
IRS Avg AGI$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,146
County GDP$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare86
Retail134
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,437.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$248,437

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.1%

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-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
In Clipper Mills, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Clipper Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities86
Clipper Mills has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 82.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall82.5 inches
117% above US avg
Snowfall82.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,431 ft (1,046 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates39.5324°N, 121.1666°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 25.8-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 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 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants95
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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