Median Income
$85,461
14% higher than US avg
Home Value
$291,300
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,333
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.2%
50% lower than US avg
How East Sonora Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,823
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density1,152/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
A+
Median Income$85,461
Per Capita$53,859
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$291,300
Rent$1,333
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden35.2%
Health
Obesity28.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation2,187 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+95.4%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute22 min
Libraries13
Is East Sonora a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, East Sonora receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. East Sonora 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 Sonora is $85,461, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.2% 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 Sonora is $291,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,333 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
East Sonora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
East Sonora has a population of 2,823 with a density of 1,152 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 3.2% Hispanic.
Population
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
East Sonora vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
East Sonora vs U.S. Average
The median household income in East Sonora is $85,461, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: East Sonora vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $85,461 |
| 14% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $53,859 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,057 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,281 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,584 |
| County GDP | $13,282M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 403 |
| Healthcare | 479 |
| Retail | 547 |
| Manufacturing | 116 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,616 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.58% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
The median home value in East Sonora is $291,300, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,333 (15% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $291,300 |
| 3% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,333 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 35.2% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,616 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.58% |
In East Sonora, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: East Sonora vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 28.6% |
| 11% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,849/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 479 |
Crime Rates: East Sonora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 62 |
Safety Score
East Sonora has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.8 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,187 ft (667 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,152/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9742°N, 120.3380°W |
| County FIPS | 06047 |