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Gazelle, CA

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Gazelle is a small town in California with a population of 104. Residents earn $39,583 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
104 Population 155/sq mi density
$39,583 Median Income $26,426 per capita
$275,000 Home Value
$865 Median Rent 27.2% 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
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$39,583 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$275,000 home value, $865/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,583
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $275,000
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,583
Per Capita$26,426
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute13 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$275,000
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units59
Rent Burden27.2%

Health

Obesity26.7%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking11.7%
Depression25.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation2,811 ft (857 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute13 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries9

Is Gazelle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gazelle receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gazelle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gazelle is $39,583, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gazelle is $275,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gazelle 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.

Gazelle has a population of 104 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

104
Total Population
155
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gazelle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gazelle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gazelle is $39,583, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Gazelle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,583
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,426
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below 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 Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gazelle is $275,000, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,000
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied60.5%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Gazelle, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,337
Dentists1:1,506
Mental Health1:182
Checkup Rate64.3%
Dental Visits54.8%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Gazelle 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

Elevation2,811 ft (857 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density155/sq mi
Coordinates41.5119°N, 122.5219°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density155/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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