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Fields Landing, CA

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Fields Landing is a small town in California with a population of 512. Residents earn $76,116 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
512 Population 1,829/sq mi density
$76,116 Median Income $18,867 per capita
$360,300 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$76,116 median income, 16.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$360,300 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,116
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $360,300
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.6%
361% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 52.5%
324% higher than US avg

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

People

Population512
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density1,829/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$76,116
Per Capita$18,867
Unemployment16.6%
Poverty52.5%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute12 min

Housing

A
Home Value$360,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units148
Rent Burden37.1%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking20.6%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+12.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute12 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Fields Landing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fields Landing receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Fields Landing has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fields Landing is $76,116, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 16.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 52.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fields Landing is $360,300, 28% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.5% 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

Fields Landing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Fields Landing has a population of 512 with a density of 1,829 people per square mile. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 13.7% Black.

Population

512
Total Population
1,829
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34%
Female 66%

Race & Ethnicity

Fields Landing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fields Landing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fields Landing is $76,116, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 52.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Fields Landing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,116
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$18,867
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.6%
361% above US avg
Poverty Rate52.5%
324% above 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 Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.1 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fields Landing is $360,300, 28% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$360,300
28% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden37.1%

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-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Fields Landing, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fields Landing vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.5%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress17.8%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,642
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:160
Checkup Rate69.0%
Dental Visits46.7%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Fields Landing has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 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) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,829/sq mi
Coordinates40.7242°N, 124.2186°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+12.7%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,829/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.1 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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