Median Income $69,583

7% lower than US avg

Home Value $195,800

31% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.1%

6% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.9%

19% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.2%

1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population327

Median Age33.9 yrs

Density52/mi²

Male / Female72% / 28%

Largest GroupWhite 25%

Veterans2.1%

Economy

B+

Median Income$69,583

Per Capita$23,115

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty12.2%

County GDP$4,508M

Commute36 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$195,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$268,614

Housing Units125

Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity34.1%

Uninsured10.6%

Smoking20.4%

Depression28.1%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain82.5 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation2,748 ft (838 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+71.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%

Commute36 min

Broadband61.2%

Libraries1

Is Forbestown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forbestown receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Forbestown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forbestown is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forbestown is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Forbestown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 82.5 inches, including 82.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Forbestown has a population of 327 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (68.8%), with 24.8% White.

Population

327

Total Population

People / sq mi

33.9yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

6.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.6%

Female 28.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Forbestown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forbestown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forbestown is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Forbestown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$69,583
	7% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,115
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,287
IRS Avg AGI	$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.9%
	19% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.2%
	1% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,146
County GDP	$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants	95
Healthcare	86
Retail	134
Manufacturing	41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,709
	35% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	36.1 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Forbestown is $195,800, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,614.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$195,800
	31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$268,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.1%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	125
Median Year Built	1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,709
	35% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.41%

In Forbestown, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.1%
	6% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	34.1%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.4%
	46% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	27.6%
Depression	28.1%
Mental Distress	22.9%
Physical Distress	17.3%
Short Sleep	37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	71.5%
Uninsured	10.6%
	23% above US avg
Checkup Rate	68.8%
Dental Visits	50.4%
Premature Death	9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	83.9%
Healthcare Facilities	86

Forbestown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 82.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	52.6°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	82.5 inches
	117% above US avg
Snowfall	82.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,748 ft (838 m)
Area	6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density	52/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5276°N, 121.2662°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06115

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 25.8-point margin. 61.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%

D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	71.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	52/sq mi
Total Area	6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	61.2%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	86
Restaurants	95
Retail Stores	134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	36.1 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Forbestown, CA

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

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Is Forbestown a Good Place to Live?

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Forbestown vs U.S. Average

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Forbestown vs U.S. Average

Income: Forbestown vs U.S.

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

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Air Quality

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

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Urban-Rural Classification

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