Dunsmuir, CA

California

Dunsmuir is a small town in California with a population of 1,519. Residents earn $47,708 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,519 Population 949/sq mi density
$47,708 Median Income $40,124 per capita
$262,800 Home Value $235,461 Zillow
$953 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
319 Violent Crime/100K 1,083 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,708 median income, 6.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$262,800 home value, $953/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
319 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,708
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $262,800
7% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 319/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,519
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density949/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,708
Per Capita$40,124
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$262,800
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,461

Crime

F
Violent319/100K
Property1,083/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault319/100K
Burglary510/100K

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain63.3 in/yr
Elevation2,710 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+90.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries9

Is Dunsmuir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunsmuir receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Dunsmuir has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunsmuir is $47,708, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunsmuir is $262,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dunsmuir is below the national average at 319 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,083 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunsmuir experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.3 inches, including 26.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dunsmuir has a population of 1,519 with a density of 949 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.2%), with 8.8% Hispanic, 2.9% Black.

Population

1,519
Total Population
949
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunsmuir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunsmuir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunsmuir is $47,708, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Dunsmuir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,708
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,124
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,836
County GDP$2,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare108
Retail156
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunsmuir is $262,800, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,461.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,800
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,461

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$953
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,300

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-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Dunsmuir, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Dunsmuir has a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,083 per 100,000 (45% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Dunsmuir vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent318.7/100K
16% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault318.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,083.5/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary509.9/100K
Theft573.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dunsmuir has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.3 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall26.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,710 ft (826 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density949/sq mi
Coordinates41.2315°N, 122.2709°W
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density949/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home7.7%

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