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Drytown, CA

California

Drytown is a small town in California with a population of 86. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
86 Population 26/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $151,885 per capita
61°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$151,885
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$2,112M
Commute28 min

Health

Obesity29.3%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking13.4%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation693 ft (211 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+86.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries5

Is Drytown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Drytown receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Drytown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Drytown is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Drytown among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Drytown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Drytown has a population of 86 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%).

Population

86
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.4%
Female 61.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Drytown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Drytown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Drytown is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Drytown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$151,885
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$79,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,348
County GDP$2,112M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare107
Retail126
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.4%

Walkability

In Drytown, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.3%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,172
Dentists1:1,593
Mental Health1:329
Checkup Rate68.7%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death7,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities107
Drytown has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation693 ft (211 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates38.4415°N, 120.8605°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+86.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants101
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home40.4%

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