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Darwin, CA

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Darwin is a small town in California with a population of 74.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
74 Population 55/sq mi density
$40,600 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $40,600
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population74
Median Age63.6 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,428
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,555M

Housing

Home Value$40,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units63
Rent Burden25.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,845 ft (1,477 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
CommuteN/A
Broadband29.0%
Libraries6

Is Darwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Darwin receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Darwin faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Darwin is $40,600, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Darwin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 39°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 6.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Darwin has a population of 74 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (63.5%), with 36.5% White.

Population

74
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
63.6yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.6%
Female 28.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Darwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Darwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Darwin is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Darwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,428
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$75,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)863
County GDP$1,555M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare47
Retail84
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,831
38% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.90%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Darwin is $40,600, 86% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,600
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.2%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,831
38% above US avg
Effective Rate11.90%
Darwin has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.2 inches
84% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,845 ft (1,477 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates36.2688°N, 117.5890°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants100
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

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