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Hat Creek, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Hat Creek is a small town in California with a population of 88.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
88 Population 2/sq mi density
51°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population88
Median Age67.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans88.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,361
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$339,683
Housing Units120
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity30.7%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking15.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation3,423 ft (1,043 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute8 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries4

Is Hat Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hat Creek receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hat Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% 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

Hat Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hat Creek has a population of 88 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 67.6 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

88
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
67.6yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
50.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hat Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.2%
25% below US avg
Spanish40.8%
204% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hat Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hat Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Hat Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$45,361
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.3 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.9%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,683.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$339,683

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
In Hat Creek, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hat Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Hat Creek has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,423 ft (1,043 m)
Area50.0 sq mi (129.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates40.7898°N, 121.4745°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area50.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.3 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.9%

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