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Deer Park, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Deer Park is a small town in California with a population of 740. Residents earn $108,261 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
740 Population 132/sq mi density
$108,261 Median Income $86,362 per capita
$1,065,900 Home Value
$1,289 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,261 median income, 0.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$1,065,900 home value, $1,289/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,261
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,065,900
278% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.3%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,289
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population740
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,261
Per Capita$86,362
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute20 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,065,900
Rent$1,289
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units540
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity27.9%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking10.0%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.3%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute20 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Deer Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Park receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Deer Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Park is $108,261, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Deer Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Park is $1,065,900, making it a premium housing market at 278% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,289 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Deer Park has a population of 740 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%).

Population

740
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.7%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Deer Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Park is $108,261, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Deer Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,261
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$86,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Park is $1,065,900, 278% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,289 (11% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,065,900
278% above US avg
Median List Price$2,242,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,242,500
$/Sq Ft$695
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,289
11% above US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

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-Occupied66.0%
Housing Units540
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate0.95%
In Deer Park, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 10.0% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deer Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452
Deer Park has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates38.5352°N, 122.4702°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.3%
11% above US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+12.8%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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