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El Portal, CA

California

El Portal is a small town in California with a population of 502. Residents earn $53,509 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
502 Population 270/sq mi density
$53,509 Median Income $42,674 per capita
$257,700 Home Value
$712 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,509 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$257,700 home value, $712/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,509
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $257,700
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.9%
110% higher than US avg
Median Rent $712
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population502
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density270/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,509
Per Capita$42,674
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$1,036M
Commute16 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$257,700
Rent$712
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units312
Rent Burden16.8%

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.3%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,883 ft (574 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.9%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+45.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute16 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is El Portal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Portal receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. El Portal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Portal is $53,509, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Portal is $257,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

El Portal is a highly educated community — 70.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

El Portal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

El Portal has a population of 502 with a density of 270 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 8.4% Hispanic.

Population

502
Total Population
270
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28.9%
Female 71.1%

Race & Ethnicity

El Portal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

El Portal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Portal is $53,509, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: El Portal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,509
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,674
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$66,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)643
County GDP$1,036M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare37
Retail38
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in El Portal is $257,700, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $712 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,700
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$712
39% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

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-Occupied55.7%
Housing Units312
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In El Portal, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Portal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,287
Dentists1:1,891
Mental Health1:297
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death9,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities37
El Portal has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,883 ft (574 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density270/sq mi
Coordinates37.6732°N, 119.7877°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 70.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (110% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.9%
110% above US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+45.1%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density270/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants53
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.7%

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