Denair, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Denair is a small city in California with a population of 5,085. Residents earn $97,468 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,085 Population 3,101/sq mi density
$97,468 Median Income $34,628 per capita
$407,800 Home Value $545,155 Zillow
$1,372 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$97,468 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$407,800 home value, $1,372/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,468
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $407,800
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,372
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,085
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density3,101/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$97,468
Per Capita$34,628
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute37 min

Housing

A
Home Value$407,800
Rent$1,372
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$545,155

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.4 in/yr
Elevation122 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+88.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute37 min
Libraries13

Is Denair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denair receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Denair offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denair is $97,468, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Denair is $407,800, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,372 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Denair enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Denair has a population of 5,085 with a density of 3,101 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.6%).

Population

5,085
Total Population
3,101
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Denair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.0%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.0%
116% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Denair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denair is $97,468, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Denair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,468
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,628
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Denair is $407,800, 45% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,372 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $545,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$407,800
45% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$545,155
Median List Price$489,975

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$489,975
$/Sq Ft$354
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.0%
Price Drops44.4%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,372
18% above US avg

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-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Denair, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479

Crime Rates: Denair vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Denair has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.4 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation122 ft (37 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density3,101/sq mi
Coordinates37.5254°N, 120.7974°W
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,101/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

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