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Gerber, CA

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Gerber is a small town in California with a population of 934. Residents earn $30,694 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
934 Population 1,004/sq mi density
$30,694 Median Income $35,366 per capita
$129,800 Home Value $260,953 Zillow
$1,245 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,694 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$129,800 home value, $1,245/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,694
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,800
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,245
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population934
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,004/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,694
Per Capita$35,366
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$2,870M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$129,800
Rent$1,245
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,953
Housing Units608
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity33.5%
Uninsured16.2%
Smoking14.8%
Depression23.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation226 ft (69 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+59.9%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute16 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries3

Is Gerber a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gerber receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Gerber offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gerber is $30,694, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gerber is $129,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,245 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gerber enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gerber has a population of 934 with a density of 1,004 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (33.3%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

934
Total Population
1,004
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Gerber vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.2%
72% below US avg
Spanish77.8%
481% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gerber vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gerber is $30,694, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Gerber vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,694
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,366
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$61,286

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,295
County GDP$2,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants114
Healthcare133
Retail157
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,827
9% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gerber is $129,800, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,245 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,953.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,800
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,953
Median List Price$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$350,000
$/Sq Ft$124
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,245
7% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied51.2%
Housing Units608
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,827
9% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Gerber, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured16.2%
88% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,871
Dentists1:1,591
Mental Health1:430
Checkup Rate68.8%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death11,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities133
Gerber has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.1 inches
39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation226 ft (69 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,004/sq mi
Coordinates40.0614°N, 122.1482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+59.9%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,004/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants114
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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