Copperopolis, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Copperopolis is a small town in California with a population of 4,644. Residents earn $107,643 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,644 Population 349/sq mi density
$107,643 Median Income $48,733 per capita
$454,400 Home Value $509,216 Zillow
$1,931 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$107,643 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$454,400 home value, $1,931/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,643
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $454,400
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,931
66% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.2%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,644
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,643
Per Capita$48,733
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$454,400
Rent$1,931
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$509,216

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation753 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+91.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Copperopolis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Copperopolis receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Copperopolis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Copperopolis is $107,643, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Copperopolis among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Copperopolis is $454,400, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,931 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Copperopolis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Copperopolis has a population of 4,644 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.8%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

4,644
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
13.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Copperopolis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.2%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.8%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Copperopolis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Copperopolis is $107,643, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Copperopolis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,643
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,733
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Copperopolis is $454,400, 61% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,931 (66% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $509,216.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$454,400
61% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$509,216

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,931
66% 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-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Copperopolis, 28.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.2%
12% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Copperopolis has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation753 ft (230 m)
Area13.3 sq mi (34.5 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates37.9391°N, 120.6251°W
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area13.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home7.0%

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