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Groveland, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Groveland is a small town in California with a population of 644. Residents earn $60,972 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
644 Population 67/sq mi density
$60,972 Median Income $50,507 per capita
$329,500 Home Value $383,221 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,972 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$329,500 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,972
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $329,500
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population644
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,972
Per Capita$50,507
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$329,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$383,221
Housing Units346
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity28.7%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking13.2%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation3,186 ft (971 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute29 min
Broadband81.6%
EV Stations10
Libraries13

Is Groveland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Groveland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Groveland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Groveland is $60,972, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Groveland is $329,500, 17% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Groveland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Groveland has a population of 644 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 11.6% Hispanic.

Population

644
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Groveland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Groveland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Groveland is $60,972, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Groveland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,972
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,507
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Groveland is $329,500, 17% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $383,221.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,500
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$383,221

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.0%

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-Occupied72.9%
Housing Units346
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Groveland, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
Groveland has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,186 ft (971 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.8 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates37.8320°N, 120.2416°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 81.6% 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+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.6%
EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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