Fort Hunter Liggett, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Fort Hunter Liggett is a small town in California with a population of 1,038.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,038 Population 373/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,092 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 37.4%
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg

How Fort Hunter Liggett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,038
Median Age24.1 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female75% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,092
Unemployment0.6%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$38,345M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,016 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 63%
Commute19 min
Broadband0.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries28

Is Fort Hunter Liggett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Hunter Liggett receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Fort Hunter Liggett stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Hunter Liggett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Fort Hunter Liggett has a population of 1,038 with a density of 373 people per square mile. The median age is 24.1 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%).

Population

1,038
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
24.1yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.5%
Female 25.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Hunter Liggett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Hunter Liggett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Hunter Liggett is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Fort Hunter Liggett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,180
IRS Avg AGI$86,133

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,844
County GDP$38,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,118
Healthcare1,013
Retail1,276
Manufacturing284

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home37.1%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg
In Fort Hunter Liggett, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Hunter Liggett vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Checkup Rate68.3%
Premature Death6,114/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,013

Crime Rates: Fort Hunter Liggett vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Safety Score

Fort Hunter Liggett has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,016 ft (310 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates35.9923°N, 121.2349°W
County FIPS06053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29.9-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 29.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.4%
11% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,013
Restaurants1,118
Retail Stores1,276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Work from Home37.1%

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