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Fieldbrook, CA

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Fieldbrook is a small town in California with a population of 771. Residents earn $85,833 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
771 Population 74/sq mi density
$85,833 Median Income $48,054 per capita
$610,300 Home Value
$1,526 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$85,833 median income, 2.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$610,300 home value, $1,526/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,833
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $610,300
116% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.5%
47% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,526
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population771
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,833
Per Capita$48,054
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute27 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$610,300
Rent$1,526
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units385
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity29.3%
Uninsured5.2%
Smoking12.1%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.5%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+16.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.5%
Libraries13

Is Fieldbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fieldbrook receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Fieldbrook stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fieldbrook is $85,833, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fieldbrook is $610,300, making it a premium housing market at 116% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,526 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fieldbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Fieldbrook has a population of 771 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

771
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fieldbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fieldbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fieldbrook is $85,833, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Fieldbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,833
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,054
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fieldbrook is $610,300, 116% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,526 (31% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$610,300
116% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,526
31% above US avg
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-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units385
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In Fieldbrook, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured5.2%
40% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,642
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:160
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Fieldbrook has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.1 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates40.9730°N, 124.0286°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 49.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.5%
47% above US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+16.1%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.5%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.4%

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