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Cuyama, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Cuyama is a small town in California with a population of 27.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
27 Population 60/sq mi density
59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,515
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$69,606M
Commute22 min

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,288 ft (697 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
Commute22 min
Broadband7.0%
Libraries24

Is Cuyama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cuyama receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cuyama stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Cuyama enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Cuyama has a population of 27 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (33.3%).

Population

27
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cuyama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.3%
149% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cuyama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cuyama is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cuyama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,515
Avg Weekly Wage$1,356
IRS Avg AGI$102,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,435
County GDP$69,606M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,758
Healthcare3,115
Retail2,556
Manufacturing867

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,383
140% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Cuyama has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.4 inches
81% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,288 ft (697 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates34.9311°N, 119.6149°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06111
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.1-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities3,115
Restaurants1,758
Retail Stores2,556

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations637

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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