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Cromberg, CA

California

Cromberg is a small town in California with a population of 262.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
262 Population 29/sq mi density
$376,600 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $376,600
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,109
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute13 min

Housing

Home Value$376,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units185
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation4,848 ft (1,478 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute13 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries4

Is Cromberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cromberg receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cromberg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cromberg is $376,600, 34% above the national median.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cromberg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cromberg has a population of 262 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

262
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cromberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cromberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cromberg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Cromberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,109
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,004
County GDP$1,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare49
Retail89
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.8 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cromberg is $376,600, 34% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$376,600
34% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.9%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units185
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Cromberg, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,328
Dentists1:1,209
Mental Health1:348
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access91.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Cromberg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,848 ft (1,478 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates39.8684°N, 120.6904°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 39.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants100
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.8 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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