Dos Palos, CA
Full City Profile · California · Merced County County
Dos Palos, CA
At a Glance
How Dos Palos Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dos Palos's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dos Palos a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dos Palos residents earn a median household income of $50,556 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,385. The unemployment rate stands at 14.1% (292% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,584 business establishments, including 403 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dos Palos is $285,300 , 1% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $363,245. Median rent is $1,182/month, with 29.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Dos Palos reports 739 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,953/100K.
Education
11.5% of adults in Dos Palos hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 68.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dos Palos has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.