Median Income $112,000

49% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.4%

66% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.6%

2% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174

Median Age61.6 yrs

Density55/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 72%

Veterans19.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$112,000

Per Capita$42,327

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$127M

Commute7 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$301,459

Housing Units232

Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity32.6%

Uninsured8.6%

Smoking16.6%

Depression25.9%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain64.9 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation3,450 ft (1,052 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.4%

High School+81.3%

Graduate+14.3%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%

Commute7 min

Broadband56.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries4

Is Downieville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Downieville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Downieville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Downieville is $112,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Downieville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Downieville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.9 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Downieville has a population of 174 with a density of 55 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.8%), with 5.7% Hispanic, 4.6% Black.

Population

174

Total Population

People / sq mi

61.6yrs

Median Age

58% above US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%

Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Downieville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	85.7%
	9% above US avg
Spanish	14.3%
	7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Downieville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Downieville is $112,000, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Downieville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$112,000
	49% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,327
Avg Weekly Wage	$972
IRS Avg AGI	$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	135
County GDP	$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	9
Retail	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	7.0 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,459.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$301,459

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.8%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	232
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg

In Downieville, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.6%
	2% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	31.3%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.0%
Depression	25.9%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	15.4%
Short Sleep	36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	8.6%
	0% below US avg
Checkup Rate	68.9%
Dental Visits	62.1%
Premature Death	4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	7.1%
Healthcare Facilities	9

Downieville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	64.9 inches
	71% above US avg
Snowfall	26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,450 ft (1,052 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density	55/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5786°N, 120.8164°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06091

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%

D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.4%
	66% below US avg
High School+	81.3%
Graduate Degree+	14.3%
School Test Score	4.69

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	55/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	56.0%
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	9
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	7.0 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Downieville, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Downieville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Downieville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Downieville vs U.S. Average

Income: Downieville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities