Grayson, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Grayson is a small town in California with a population of 1,164. Residents earn $87,961 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,164 Population 6,467/sq mi density
$87,961 Median Income $25,424 per capita
$439,300 Home Value
$1,690 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$87,961 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$439,300 home value, $1,690/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,961
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $439,300
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,690
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,164
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density6,467/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 19%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,961
Per Capita$25,424
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$32,065M
Commute49 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$439,300
Rent$1,690
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units461
Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured19.7%
Smoking11.0%
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation54 ft (16 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+62.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute49 min
Broadband87.3%
Libraries14

Is Grayson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grayson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Grayson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grayson is $87,961, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grayson is $439,300, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,690 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Grayson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Grayson has a population of 1,164 with a density of 6,467 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (19.3%), with 6% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

1,164
Total Population
6,467
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.1%
Female 34.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Grayson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.7%
71% below US avg
Spanish77.3%
477% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Grayson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grayson is $87,961, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Grayson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,961
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,424
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$69,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)17,952
County GDP$32,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,051
Healthcare1,247
Retail1,486
Manufacturing400

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.8 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Grayson is $439,300, 56% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,690 (45% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$439,300
56% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$262
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,690
45% above US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

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-Occupied56.8%
Housing Units461
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Grayson, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 17.9% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma8.9%
COPD4.2%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Uninsured19.7%
129% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death9,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Grayson has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density6,467/sq mi
Coordinates37.5646°N, 121.1801°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+62.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density6,467/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Restaurants1,051
Retail Stores1,486

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.8 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

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