Gustine, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Gustine is a small city in California with a population of 6,118. Residents earn $58,321 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
6,118 Population 3,254/sq mi density
$58,321 Median Income $25,725 per capita
$422,500 Home Value $418,232 Zillow
$1,345 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
600 Violent Crime/100K 2,841 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,321 median income, 10.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$422,500 home value, $1,345/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
600 violent crimes/100K (58% above avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,321
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $422,500
50% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 600/100K
58% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,345
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,118
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density3,254/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,321
Per Capita$25,725
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute53 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$422,500
Rent$1,345
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$418,232

Crime

F
Violent600/100K
Property2,841/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault512/100K
Burglary1,218/100K

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.5 in/yr
Elevation98 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+72.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute53 min
EV Stations3
Libraries13

Is Gustine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gustine receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Gustine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gustine is $58,321, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gustine is $422,500, 50% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,345 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 600 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,841 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Gustine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Gustine has a population of 6,118 with a density of 3,254 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.2%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

6,118
Total Population
3,254
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gustine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.6%
37% below US avg
Spanish50.4%
276% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gustine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gustine is $58,321, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 53 minutes.

Income: Gustine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,321
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,725
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.2 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Gustine is $422,500, 50% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,345 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,232.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$422,500
50% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$418,232

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,345
16% above US avg

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-Occupied53.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.09%
In Gustine, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
Gustine has a violent crime rate of 600 per 100,000 residents, 58% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,841 per 100,000 (45% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Gustine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent600.0/100K
58% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape17.7/100K
Robbery70.6/100K
Assault511.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,841.0/100K
45% above US avg
Burglary1,217.6/100K
Theft1,217.6/100K
Vehicle Theft405.9/100K
Arson52.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gustine has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.5 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density3,254/sq mi
Coordinates37.2525°N, 120.9955°W
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+72.2%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,254/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.2 min
Work from Home1.1%

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