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Fall River Mills, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Fall River Mills is a small town in California with a population of 511.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
511 Population 193/sq mi density
$268,800 Home Value $287,401 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $268,800
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 17.8%
394% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

How Fall River Mills Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population511
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans13.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,953
Unemployment17.8%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$268,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,401
Housing Units325
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity30.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.0%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Fall River Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fall River Mills receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fall River Mills faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 17.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fall River Mills is $268,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fall River Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Fall River Mills has a population of 511 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.6%), with 9% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

511
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fall River Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.1%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.9%
34% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fall River Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fall River Mills is N/A. The unemployment rate is 17.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Fall River Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.8%
394% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fall River Mills is $268,800, 5% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,401.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,800
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,401

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.1%

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-Occupied44.8%
Housing Units325
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Fall River Mills, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fall River Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Fall River Mills has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,327 ft (1,014 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates41.0072°N, 121.4411°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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