Median Income $80,101

7% higher than US avg

Home Value $261,900

7% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.0%

73% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.8%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population497

Median Age21.5 yrs

Density3,550/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 37%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$80,101

Per Capita$28,095

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$13,282M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$261,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units100

Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity38.8%

Uninsured19.9%

Smoking16.2%

Depression22.4%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain12.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation77 ft (23 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.0%

High School+70.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%

Commute26 min

Broadband62.0%

Libraries13

Is Cowan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cowan receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Cowan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cowan is $80,101, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cowan is $261,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cowan 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. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cowan has a population of 497 with a density of 3,550 people per square mile. The median age is 21.5 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.4%).

Population

497

Total Population

3,550

People / sq mi

21.5yrs

Median Age

45% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%

Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cowan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.7%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	5.3%
	60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cowan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cowan is $80,101, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cowan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$80,101
	7% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,095
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,057
IRS Avg AGI	$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	8,584
County GDP	$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants	403
Healthcare	479
Retail	547
Manufacturing	116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,616
	32% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.6 min
Drive Alone	89.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cowan is $261,900, 7% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$261,900
	7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.0%

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-Occupied	63.6%
Housing Units	100
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,616
	32% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.76%

In Cowan, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.8%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	12.7%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	5.7%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.7%
Physical Inactivity	35.9%
Depression	22.4%
Mental Distress	21.0%
Physical Distress	17.8%
Short Sleep	36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.6%
Uninsured	19.9%
	131% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,387
Dentists	1:2,148
Mental Health	1:398
Checkup Rate	69.0%
Dental Visits	51.0%
Premature Death	8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	78.3%
Healthcare Facilities	479

Cowan 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. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	63.1°F
	17% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	12.3 inches
	68% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	77 ft (23 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	3,550/sq mi
Coordinates	37.5601°N, 120.9888°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06047

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%

D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.0%
	73% below US avg
High School+	70.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	3,550/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	62.0%
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	479
Restaurants	403
Retail Stores	547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.6 min
Drive Alone	89.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Cowan, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Cowan a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Cowan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Cowan vs U.S. Average

Income: Cowan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities