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East Nicolaus, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

East Nicolaus is a small town in California with a population of 138. Residents earn $101,250 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
138 Population 30/sq mi density
$101,250 Median Income $49,316 per capita
$423,500 Home Value
$1,596 Median Rent 33.4% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$101,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$423,500 home value, $1,596/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,250
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $423,500
50% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,596
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,250
Per Capita$49,316
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$423,500
Rent$1,596
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden33.4%

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation42 ft (13 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute22 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries9

Is East Nicolaus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Nicolaus receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. East Nicolaus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Nicolaus is $101,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places East Nicolaus among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Nicolaus is $423,500, 50% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,596 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

East Nicolaus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

East Nicolaus has a population of 138 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 10.1% Hispanic.

Population

138
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

East Nicolaus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Nicolaus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Nicolaus is $101,250, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: East Nicolaus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,250
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,316
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% 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 Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in East Nicolaus is $423,500, 50% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,596 (37% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$423,500
50% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,596
37% above US avg
Rent Burden33.4%

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-Occupied96.7%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In East Nicolaus, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Nicolaus vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466
East Nicolaus has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates38.9100°N, 121.5443°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.8% 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. 60.0% 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+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone63.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.8%

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