Coarsegold, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Coarsegold is a small town in California with a population of 4,301. Residents earn $82,574 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,301 Population 250/sq mi density
$82,574 Median Income $31,899 per capita
$315,000 Home Value $415,449 Zillow
$1,420 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$82,574 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$315,000 home value, $1,420/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,574
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $315,000
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,420
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,301
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,574
Per Capita$31,899
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$8,846M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$315,000
Rent$1,420
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$415,449

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation2,265 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+94.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute45 min
EV Stations4
Libraries7

Is Coarsegold a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coarsegold receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Coarsegold offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coarsegold is $82,574, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coarsegold is $315,000, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,420 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Coarsegold enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Coarsegold has a population of 4,301 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 5.5% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

4,301
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
17.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Coarsegold vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coarsegold vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coarsegold is $82,574, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Coarsegold vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,574
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,899
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,638
County GDP$8,846M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare232
Retail338
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.7 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Coarsegold is $315,000, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,420 (22% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $415,449.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,000
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$415,449
Median List Price$524,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$524,000
$/Sq Ft$237
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops12.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,420
22% above US avg

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-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Coarsegold, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities232

Crime Rates: Coarsegold vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Coarsegold has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,265 ft (690 m)
Area17.2 sq mi (44.6 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates37.2392°N, 119.7010°W
County FIPS06039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area17.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities232
Restaurants241
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.7 min
Work from Home9.4%

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