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Dos Palos Y, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Dos Palos Y is a small town in California with a population of 230. Residents earn $36,406 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
230 Population 147/sq mi density
$36,406 Median Income $21,211 per capita
$485,700 Home Value
$634 Median Rent 23.4% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$36,406 median income, 22.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$485,700 home value, $634/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,406
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $485,700
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $634
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.3%
519% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

How Dos Palos Y Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population230
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 22%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$36,406
Per Capita$21,211
Unemployment22.3%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute16 min

Housing

F
Home Value$485,700
Rent$634
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured23.7%
Smoking17.2%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain9.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+68.6%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute16 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries13

Is Dos Palos Y a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dos Palos Y receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Dos Palos Y has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dos Palos Y is $36,406, 52% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dos Palos Y is $485,700, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $634 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dos Palos Y enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dos Palos Y has a population of 230 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (22.2%).

Population

230
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dos Palos Y vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.7%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.3%
395% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dos Palos Y vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dos Palos Y is $36,406, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Dos Palos Y vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,406
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.3%
519% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% 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
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dos Palos Y is $485,700, 72% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $634 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$485,700
72% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$634
45% below US avg
Rent Burden23.4%

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-Occupied33.9%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate0.95%
In Dos Palos Y, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 38.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dos Palos Y vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.5%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Uninsured23.7%
176% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,387
Dentists1:2,148
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate68.2%
Dental Visits44.3%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
Dos Palos Y 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 is 9.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.5 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates37.0468°N, 120.6395°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+68.6%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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