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Friant, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Friant is a small town in California with a population of 367. Residents earn $51,765 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
367 Population 294/sq mi density
$51,765 Median Income $38,163 per capita
$260,200 Home Value $635,073 Zillow
$1,110 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,765 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$260,200 home value, $1,110/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,765
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $260,200
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,765
Per Capita$38,163
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$260,200
Rent$1,110
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$635,073
Housing Units194
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured5.2%
Smoking8.6%
Depression23.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain14.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation390 ft (119 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute26 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries41

Is Friant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Friant receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Friant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Friant is $51,765, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Friant is $260,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Friant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Friant has a population of 367 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 9.5% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

367
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.1%
Female 64.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Friant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Friant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Friant is $51,765, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Friant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,765
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Friant is $260,200, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $635,073.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$260,200
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$635,073

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,110
5% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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-Occupied77.3%
Housing Units194
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Friant, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.2% of residents lack health insurance. 8.6% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD3.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.6%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured5.2%
40% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,480
Dentists1:1,562
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits70.8%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Friant has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.7 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates36.9840°N, 119.7081°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.9%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone92.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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