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Derby Acres, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Derby Acres is a small town in California with a population of 335. Residents earn $45,893 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
335 Population 94/sq mi density
$45,893 Median Income $18,969 per capita
$189,200 Home Value
$1,143 Median Rent 31.4% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$45,893 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$189,200 home value, $1,143/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,893
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,200
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,143
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

D
Median Income$45,893
Per Capita$18,969
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$189,200
Rent$1,143
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units147
Rent Burden31.4%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured12.8%
Smoking19.5%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,478 ft (450 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+71.1%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute28 min
Broadband71.7%
Libraries17

Is Derby Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Derby Acres receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Derby Acres has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Derby Acres is $45,893, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Derby Acres is $189,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,143 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Derby Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Derby Acres has a population of 335 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

335
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Derby Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.5%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Derby Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Derby Acres is $45,893, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Derby Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,893
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,969
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$98,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,662
County GDP$24,505M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,072
Healthcare1,220
Retail1,084
Manufacturing473

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Derby Acres is $189,200, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,143 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,200
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,143
2% below US avg
Rent Burden31.4%

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-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units147
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Derby Acres, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Derby Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.7%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress17.4%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured12.8%
49% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,205
Dentists1:1,097
Mental Health1:136
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits51.6%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Derby Acres has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.0 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,478 ft (450 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates35.2440°N, 119.6038°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin. 71.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+71.1%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.7%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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