Home Value $1,496,700

431% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 41.0%

22% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 22.4%

30% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.7%

78% lower than US avg

How Elfin Forest Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population566

Median Age43.7 yrs

Density279/mi²

Male / Female61% / 39%

Largest GroupWhite 78%

Veterans5.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$67,984

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty2.7%

County GDP$351,753M

Commute20 min

Housing

Home Value$1,496,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units188

Rent Burden33.0%

Health

Obesity22.4%

Uninsured3.7%

Smoking7.1%

Depression24.1%

Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain14.5 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation679 ft (207 m)

Education

Bachelor's+41.0%

High School+93.9%

Graduate+27.6%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%

Commute20 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries67

Is Elfin Forest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elfin Forest receives an overall livability score of 4.3 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 high housing costs. Elfin Forest stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elfin Forest is $1,496,700, making it a premium housing market at 431% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Elfin Forest enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 57°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 14.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Elfin Forest has a population of 566 with a density of 279 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.6%).

Population

566

Total Population

279

People / sq mi

43.7yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

2.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.1%

Female 38.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elfin Forest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	67.6%
	14% below US avg
Spanish	32.4%
	142% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Elfin Forest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elfin Forest is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Elfin Forest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$67,984
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,565
IRS Avg AGI	$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.7%
	78% below US avg
Establishments (County)	148,394
County GDP	$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8,853
Healthcare	13,951
Retail	9,811
Manufacturing	4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,097
	188% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.1 min
Drive Alone	69.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	28.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Elfin Forest is $1,496,700, 431% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1,496,700
	431% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.0%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	188
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,097
	188% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.67%

In Elfin Forest, 22.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.7% of residents lack health insurance. 7.1% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 12.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elfin Forest vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	22.4%
	30% below US avg
Diabetes	6.1%
Heart Disease	3.8%
High Blood Pressure	23.5%
Asthma	9.4%
COPD	3.3%
Cancer	7.8%
Stroke	2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.1%
	49% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.4%
Physical Inactivity	12.3%
Depression	24.1%
Mental Distress	15.7%
Physical Distress	9.0%
Short Sleep	28.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.5%
Uninsured	3.7%
	57% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,004
Dentists	1:810
Mental Health	1:250
Checkup Rate	72.9%
Dental Visits	79.2%
Premature Death	5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	99.1%
Healthcare Facilities	13,951

Elfin Forest has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	65.8°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	57°F (14°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	14.5 inches
	62% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	679 ft (207 m)
Area	2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density	279/sq mi
Coordinates	33.0812°N, 117.1774°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06059

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%

D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	41.0%
	22% above US avg
High School+	93.9%
Graduate Degree+	27.6%
School Test Score	4.69

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	279/sq mi
Total Area	2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	67
Healthcare Facilities	13,951
Restaurants	8,853
Retail Stores	9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	238
FEMA Disaster Declarations	364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.1 min
Drive Alone	69.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	28.4%

Elfin Forest, CA

How Elfin Forest Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

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Is Elfin Forest a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Elfin Forest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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Elfin Forest vs U.S. Average

Income: Elfin Forest vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

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Home Value Sources

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HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

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Health Metrics: Elfin Forest vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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