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Dunnigan, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Dunnigan is a small town in California with a population of 903. Residents earn $45,050 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
903 Population 173/sq mi density
$45,050 Median Income $50,055 per capita
$172,200 Home Value
$683 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,050 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$172,200 home value, $683/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
26.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,050
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,200
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population903
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density173/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,050
Per Capita$50,055
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,200
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units497
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity31.5%
Uninsured16.0%
Smoking12.6%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+72.5%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute18 min
Broadband55.4%
EV Stations6
Libraries9

Is Dunnigan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunnigan receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Dunnigan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunnigan is $45,050, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunnigan is $172,200, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunnigan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dunnigan has a population of 903 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 6.4% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

903
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunnigan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.0%
20% below US avg
Spanish37.0%
176% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunnigan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunnigan is $45,050, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Dunnigan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,050
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,004
County GDP$20,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare466
Retail483
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunnigan is $172,200, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,200
39% below US avg
Median List Price$405,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$405,000
$/Sq Ft$288
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio150.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

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-Occupied58.8%
Housing Units497
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Dunnigan, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.6%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured16.0%
86% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits59.3%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466
Dunnigan has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates38.8926°N, 121.9742°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.3-point margin. 55.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.1%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.9%
20% below US avg
High School+72.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.4%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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