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Dustin Acres, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Dustin Acres is a small town in California with a population of 628. Residents earn $52,708 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
628 Population 171/sq mi density
$52,708 Median Income $28,439 per capita
$218,500 Home Value
$1,565 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,708 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$218,500 home value, $1,565/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,708
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,565
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population628
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density171/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans16.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,708
Per Capita$28,439
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$218,500
Rent$1,565
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units225
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured14.0%
Smoking19.5%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation333 ft (101 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+74.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries28

Is Dustin Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dustin Acres receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Dustin Acres offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dustin Acres is $52,708, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dustin Acres is $218,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,565 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dustin Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Dustin Acres has a population of 628 with a density of 171 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

628
Total Population
171
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.2%
Female 40.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dustin Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.0%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.0%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dustin Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dustin Acres is $52,708, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Dustin Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,708
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,439
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Dustin Acres is $218,500, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,565 (35% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,500
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,565
35% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied70.7%
Housing Units225
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Dustin Acres, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dustin Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress17.7%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured14.0%
63% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,090
Dentists1:1,901
Mental Health1:393
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits49.6%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Dustin Acres has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.0 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation333 ft (101 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density171/sq mi
Coordinates35.2159°N, 119.3750°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+74.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density171/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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