Foresthill, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Foresthill is a small town in California with a population of 1,455. Residents earn $102,632 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,455 Population 130/sq mi density
$102,632 Median Income $27,575 per capita
N/A Home Value $488,148 Zillow
$2,274 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,632 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$2,274/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,632
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,274
96% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,455
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density130/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,632
Per Capita$27,575
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$34,304M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,274
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$488,148

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation2,166 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+91.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 44%
Commute33 min
Libraries15

Is Foresthill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foresthill receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Foresthill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foresthill is $102,632, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Foresthill among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,274 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Foresthill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Foresthill has a population of 1,455 with a density of 130 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.7%), with 24.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,455
Total Population
130
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
11.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Foresthill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Foresthill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foresthill is $102,632, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Foresthill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,632
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,575
Avg Weekly Wage$1,400
IRS Avg AGI$119,682

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,743
County GDP$34,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,045
Healthcare1,442
Retail1,287
Manufacturing300

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,826
124% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,274 (96% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $488,148.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$488,148

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,274
96% above US avg

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-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,826
124% above US avg
In Foresthill, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death5,086/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,442

Crime Rates: Foresthill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Foresthill has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,166 ft (660 m)
Area11.2 sq mi (29.0 km²)
Population Density130/sq mi
Coordinates39.0053°N, 120.8314°W
County FIPS06061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.8%
D 44.3%

Winner: Republican by 8.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+91.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density130/sq mi
Total Area11.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities1,442
Restaurants1,045
Retail Stores1,287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home4.6%

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