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Dorris, CA

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Dorris is a small town in California with a population of 810. Residents earn $33,879 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
810 Population 1,157/sq mi density
$33,879 Median Income $20,553 per capita
$120,100 Home Value $131,561 Zillow
$822 Median Rent 36.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
556 Violent Crime/100K 1,446 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$33,879 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$120,100 home value, $822/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
556 violent crimes/100K (46% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,879
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,100
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 556/100K
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.3%
112% higher than US avg

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

People

Population810
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,157/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$33,879
Per Capita$20,553
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty26.3%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,100
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,561
Housing Units357
Rent Burden36.1%

Crime

F
Violent556/100K
Property1,446/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault445/100K
Burglary445/100K

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured17.4%
Smoking21.1%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.2 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation4,243 ft (1,293 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+75.5%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries9

Is Dorris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dorris receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Dorris has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dorris is $33,879, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dorris is $120,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 556 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,446 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dorris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.2 inches, including 43.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dorris has a population of 810 with a density of 1,157 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

810
Total Population
1,157
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dorris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.7%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.3%
104% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dorris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dorris is $33,879, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Dorris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,879
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,553
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.3%
112% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,836
County GDP$2,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare108
Retail156
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dorris is $120,100, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,561.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,100
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,561

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg
Rent Burden36.1%

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-Occupied62.9%
Housing Units357
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Dorris, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress19.7%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Uninsured17.4%
102% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,337
Dentists1:1,506
Mental Health1:182
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits48.7%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Dorris has a violent crime rate of 556 per 100,000 residents, 46% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,446 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent556.2/100K
46% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery111.2/100K
Assault444.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,446.1/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary444.9/100K
Theft778.6/100K
Vehicle Theft222.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dorris has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.2 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.2 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall43.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,243 ft (1,293 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Coordinates41.9650°N, 121.9204°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+75.5%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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