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Cressey, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cressey is a small town in California with a population of 265. Residents earn $78,333 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
265 Population 151/sq mi density
$78,333 Median Income $33,329 per capita
$213,900 Home Value
$684 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$78,333 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$213,900 home value, $684/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,333
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $213,900
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $684
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans16.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,333
Per Capita$33,329
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$213,900
Rent$684
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured19.8%
Smoking17.0%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation169 ft (52 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries13

Is Cressey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cressey receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Cressey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cressey is $78,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cressey is $213,900, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $684 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cressey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cressey has a population of 265 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

265
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cressey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.9%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.1%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cressey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cressey is $78,333, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Cressey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,333
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,329
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% 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
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone47.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cressey is $213,900, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $684 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,900
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$684
41% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied62.2%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Cressey, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.5%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress17.8%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured19.8%
130% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,387
Dentists1:2,148
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate68.5%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
Cressey has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation169 ft (52 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates37.4210°N, 120.6557°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 82.0% 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+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone47.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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