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Etna, CA

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Etna is a small town in California with a population of 701. Residents earn $60,313 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
701 Population 910/sq mi density
$60,313 Median Income $33,432 per capita
$238,400 Home Value $270,889 Zillow
$854 Median Rent 46.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$60,313 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$238,400 home value, $854/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,313
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $238,400
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $854
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population701
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density910/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,313
Per Capita$33,432
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$238,400
Rent$854
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,889
Housing Units313
Rent Burden46.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property140/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary140/100K

Health

Obesity30.8%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking14.4%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,932 ft (894 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries9

Is Etna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Etna receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Etna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Etna is $60,313, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Etna is $238,400, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Etna is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 140 per 100,000, 93% below the national average.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Etna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Etna has a population of 701 with a density of 910 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 10.3% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

701
Total Population
910
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Etna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Etna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Etna is $60,313, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Etna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,313
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,836
County GDP$2,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare108
Retail156
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Etna is $238,400, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $854 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,889.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,400
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,889

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$854
27% below US avg
Rent Burden46.3%

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-Occupied67.5%
Housing Units313
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Etna, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,337
Dentists1:1,506
Mental Health1:182
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Etna has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 140 per 100,000 (93% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property139.9/100K
93% below US avg
Burglary139.9/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Etna has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.8 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,932 ft (894 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density910/sq mi
Coordinates41.4582°N, 122.8958°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density910/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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