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Del Dios, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Del Dios is a small town in California with a population of 357. Residents earn $153,083 per year, which is 104% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
357 Population 871/sq mi density
$153,083 Median Income $78,768 per capita
$955,400 Home Value
$2,607 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$153,083 median income, 9.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$955,400 home value, $2,607/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $153,083
104% higher than US avg
Home Value $955,400
239% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.4%
64% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,607
124% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density871/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$153,083
Per Capita$78,768
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute37 min

Housing

B
Home Value$955,400
Rent$2,607
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units141
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity23.0%
Uninsured4.7%
Smoking8.2%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation359 ft (109 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.4%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+18.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute37 min
Broadband95.9%
Libraries67

Is Del Dios a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Del Dios receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Del Dios stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Del Dios is $153,083, which is significantly higher than the national average — 104% above $75,149. This places Del Dios among higher-income communities. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Del Dios is $955,400, making it a premium housing market at 239% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,607 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Del Dios is a highly educated community — 55.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Del Dios enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 57°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 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Del Dios has a population of 357 with a density of 871 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

357
Total Population
871
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Del Dios vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Del Dios vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Del Dios is $153,083, which is 104% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Del Dios vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$153,083
104% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,768
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Del Dios is $955,400, 239% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,607 (124% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$955,400
239% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,607
124% above US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

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-Occupied63.2%
Housing Units141
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Del Dios, 23.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.7% of residents lack health insurance. 8.2% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 13.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Del Dios vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma9.1%
COPD3.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.2%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity13.4%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress9.5%
Short Sleep31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.7%
45% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,004
Dentists1:810
Mental Health1:250
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits72.2%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Del Dios has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.5 inches
62% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation359 ft (109 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density871/sq mi
Coordinates33.0757°N, 117.1190°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 95.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.4%
64% above US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+18.4%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density871/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.9%
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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