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Elmira, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Elmira is a small town in California with a population of 248. Residents earn $103,476 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
248 Population 468/sq mi density
$103,476 Median Income $46,794 per capita
$1,917 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,476 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$1,917/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,476
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,917
65% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female84% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,476
Per Capita$46,794
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$37,695M
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,917
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking9.2%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 60%
Commute51 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries11

Is Elmira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmira 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Elmira stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elmira is $103,476, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Elmira among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,917 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Elmira enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Elmira has a population of 248 with a density of 468 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

248
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 83.5%
Female 16.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.7%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.3%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Elmira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmira is $103,476, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Elmira vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,476
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$85,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,772
County GDP$37,695M

Business (County)

Restaurants844
Healthcare1,087
Retail1,013
Manufacturing258

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,418
83% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.6 min
Drive Alone41.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,917 (65% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,917
65% above US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

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-Occupied36.7%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,418
83% above US avg
In Elmira, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 9.2% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elmira vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD3.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.2%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.1%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,192
Dentists1:1,025
Mental Health1:216
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits69.6%
Premature Death7,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access97.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,087
Elmira has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates38.3523°N, 121.9077°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.1%
D 60.1%

Winner: Democrat by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,087
Restaurants844
Retail Stores1,013

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)66
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.6 min
Drive Alone41.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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