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Coloma, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Coloma is a small town in California with a population of 372. Residents earn $119,189 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
372 Population 111/sq mi density
$119,189 Median Income $47,165 per capita
$2,178 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$119,189 median income, 20.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$2,178/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,189
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.1%
37% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,178
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 20.0%
456% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population372
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$119,189
Per Capita$47,165
Unemployment20.0%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,178
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units163
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity28.4%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking12.1%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation757 ft (231 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries7

Is Coloma a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coloma is $119,189, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Coloma among higher-income communities. At 20.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,178 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Coloma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Coloma has a population of 372 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

372
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.1%
Female 59.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Coloma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.1%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.9%
41% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coloma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coloma is $119,189, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Coloma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,189
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,165
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$117,647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.0%
456% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,552
County GDP$11,555M

Business (County)

Restaurants513
Healthcare495
Retail520
Manufacturing175

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,178 (87% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Median List Price$818,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$818,500
$/Sq Ft$300
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio116.2%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,178
87% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

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-Occupied29.6%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
In Coloma, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,323
Dentists1:1,259
Mental Health1:229
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death6,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities495
Coloma has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation757 ft (231 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates38.8026°N, 120.8946°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 42.6%

Winner: Republican by 12 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.1%
37% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities495
Restaurants513
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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