Fort Jones, CA
Full City Profile · California · Siskiyou County County
Fort Jones, CA
At a Glance
How Fort Jones Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Jones's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Jones a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Jones residents earn a median household income of $43,438 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,953. The unemployment rate stands at 11.3% (214% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,836 business establishments, including 141 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Jones is $212,700 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $286,092. Median rent is $1,112/month, with 30.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Fort Jones reports 150 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 301/100K.
Education
10.7% of adults in Fort Jones hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 18.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.