East Quincy, CA

California

East Quincy is a small town in California with a population of 2,198. Residents earn $71,591 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,198 Population 182/sq mi density
$71,591 Median Income $36,196 per capita
$303,200 Home Value
$1,423 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,591 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$303,200 home value, $1,423/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,591
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $303,200
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,423
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,198
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density182/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,591
Per Capita$36,196
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute12 min

Housing

A
Home Value$303,200
Rent$1,423
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation4,244 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+89.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute12 min
Libraries4

Is East Quincy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Quincy receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. East Quincy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Quincy is $71,591, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Quincy is $303,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,423 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

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

East Quincy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

East Quincy has a population of 2,198 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 6.7% Hispanic, 4% Black.

Population

2,198
Total Population
182
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
12.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

East Quincy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Quincy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Quincy is $71,591, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: East Quincy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,591
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,196
Avg Weekly Wage$1,151
IRS Avg AGI$74,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,004
County GDP$1,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare49
Retail89
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in East Quincy is $303,200, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,423 (22% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$303,200
8% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,423
22% above US avg

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-Occupied75.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,141
47% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In East Quincy, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access91.5%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

East Quincy has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,244 ft (1,294 m)
Area12.1 sq mi (31.4 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates39.9164°N, 120.9189°W
County FIPS06063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 39.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density182/sq mi
Total Area12.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants100
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

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