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Fort Jones, CA

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Fort Jones is a small town in California with a population of 616. Residents earn $43,438 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
616 Population 1,027/sq mi density
$43,438 Median Income $22,953 per capita
$212,700 Home Value $275,201 Zillow
$1,112 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$43,438 median income, 5.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$212,700 home value, $1,112/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,438
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,700
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,112
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.9%
117% higher than US avg

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

People

Population616
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density1,027/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,438
Per Capita$22,953
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty26.9%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$212,700
Rent$1,112
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,201
Housing Units309
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,349/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary734/100K

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking14.5%
Depression27.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation2,744 ft (836 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.1%
Libraries9

Is Fort Jones a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Jones receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Fort Jones has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Jones is $43,438, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Jones is $212,700, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,112 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Fort Jones is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,349 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Jones experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Fort Jones has a population of 616 with a density of 1,027 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 13% Hispanic.

Population

616
Total Population
1,027
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Jones vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fort Jones vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Jones is $43,438, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Fort Jones vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,438
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,953
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.9%
117% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,836
County GDP$2,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare108
Retail156
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Jones is $212,700, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,112 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,201.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,700
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,201

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,112
4% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

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-Occupied54.5%
Housing Units309
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Fort Jones, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Fort Jones has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,349 per 100,000 (20% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,349.5/100K
20% above US avg
Burglary734.2/100K
Theft1,174.7/100K
Vehicle Theft440.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Fort Jones has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.9 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.9 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,744 ft (836 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Coordinates41.6085°N, 122.8411°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

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