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Gasquet, CA

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Gasquet is a small town in California with a population of 392. Residents earn $46,620 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
392 Population 82/sq mi density
$46,620 Median Income $35,766 per capita
$365,300 Home Value $386,174 Zillow
$882 Median Rent 32.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,620 median income, 2.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$365,300 home value, $882/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,620
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $365,300
30% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $882
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans19.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,620
Per Capita$35,766
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute22 min

Housing

C
Home Value$365,300
Rent$882
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$386,174
Housing Units328
Rent Burden32.4%

Health

Obesity30.0%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking14.8%
Depression27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain71.5 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries2

Is Gasquet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gasquet 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 below-average incomes. Gasquet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gasquet is $46,620, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gasquet is $365,300, 30% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $882 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gasquet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gasquet has a population of 392 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.5%).

Population

392
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62%
Female 38%

Race & Ethnicity

Gasquet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gasquet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gasquet is $46,620, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Gasquet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,620
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,766
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$57,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)845
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare67
Retail59
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gasquet is $365,300, 30% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $882 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $386,174.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$365,300
30% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$386,174

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$882
24% below US avg
Rent Burden32.4%

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-Occupied80.9%
Housing Units328
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Gasquet, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67
Gasquet has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.5 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.5 inches
88% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,073 ft (327 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates41.8361°N, 123.9760°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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