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Cobb, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cobb is a small town in California with a population of 928. Residents earn $113,375 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
928 Population 186/sq mi density
$113,375 Median Income $47,930 per capita
$377,000 Home Value $307,769 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$113,375 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$377,000 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,375
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $377,000
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population928
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$113,375
Per Capita$47,930
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$39,448M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$377,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$307,769
Housing Units616
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity28.4%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking11.5%
Depression25.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.9 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,939 ft (896 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 71%
Commute20 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries16

Is Cobb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cobb receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cobb stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cobb is $113,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Cobb among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cobb is $377,000, 34% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cobb enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cobb has a population of 928 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%).

Population

928
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cobb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cobb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cobb is $113,375, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Cobb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,375
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,930
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$104,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,652
County GDP$39,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,311
Healthcare1,623
Retail1,675
Manufacturing922

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Cobb is $377,000, 34% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,769.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$377,000
34% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$307,769
Median List Price$475,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$475,000
$/Sq Ft$260
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

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-Occupied85.3%
Housing Units616
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Cobb, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.5%
18% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:984
Dentists1:1,020
Mental Health1:171
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death5,997/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Cobb has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.9 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.9 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,939 ft (896 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates38.8353°N, 122.7224°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 46.2-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.2%
D 71.4%

Winner: Democrat by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Restaurants1,311
Retail Stores1,675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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