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Guinda, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Guinda is a small town in California with a population of 262. Residents earn $173,672 per year, which is 131% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
262 Population 89/sq mi density
$173,672 Median Income $81,389 per capita
$1,092,300 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$173,672 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$1,092,300 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $173,672
131% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,092,300
287% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.6%
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$173,672
Per Capita$81,389
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute26 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,092,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99
Rent Burden31.6%

Health

Obesity30.5%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking13.4%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation383 ft (117 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+11.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries5

Is Guinda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guinda receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Guinda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guinda is $173,672, which is significantly higher than the national average — 131% above $75,149. This places Guinda among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guinda is $1,092,300, making it a premium housing market at 287% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Guinda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Guinda has a population of 262 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.6%).

Population

262
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Guinda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guinda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guinda is $173,672, which is 131% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Guinda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$173,672
131% above US avg
Per Capita Income$81,389
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Guinda is $1,092,300, 287% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,092,300
287% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.6%

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-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Guinda, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452
Guinda has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation383 ft (117 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates38.8274°N, 122.1984°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.6%
6% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+11.8%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.6%

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