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Farmington, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Farmington is a small town in California with a population of 94. Residents earn $29,500 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
94 Population 37/sq mi density
$29,500 Median Income $22,274 per capita
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$29,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,500
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.2%
329% higher than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,500
Per Capita$22,274
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty53.2%
County GDP$46,521M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$784,565
Housing Units71
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity31.6%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking13.1%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation109 ft (33 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute29 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries19

Is Farmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmington receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Farmington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmington is $29,500, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 53.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Farmington has a population of 94 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.8%).

Population

94
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.5%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.5%
68% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmington is $29,500, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 53.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Farmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,500
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,274
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$76,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate53.2%
329% above US avg
Establishments (County)22,110
County GDP$46,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,335
Healthcare1,641
Retail1,637
Manufacturing527

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone20.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home79.4%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $784,565.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$784,565

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied37.5%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
In Farmington, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,709
Dentists1:1,659
Mental Health1:344
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,641
Farmington has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation109 ft (33 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates37.9299°N, 121.0044°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.9%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,641
Restaurants1,335
Retail Stores1,637

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone20.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home79.4%

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