Median Income $55,938

26% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 22.4%

34% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,083

7% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.2%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.8%

27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population329

Median Age28.8 yrs

Density197/mi²

Male / Female44% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 72%

Veterans10.4%

Economy

Median Income$55,938

Per Capita$30,052

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty15.8%

County GDP$1,471M

Commute11 min

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$1,083

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$104,978

Housing Units124

Rent Burden22.8%

Health

Obesity36.2%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking21.1%

Depression27.2%

Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain14.3 in/yr

Sunny Days316/yr

Elevation4,125 ft (1,257 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+22.4%

High School+96.0%

Graduate+0.3%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%

Commute11 min

Broadband91.4%

Libraries1

Is Herlong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herlong receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Herlong offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herlong is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Herlong experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.3 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Herlong has a population of 329 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72%), with 17.9% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

329

Total Population

197

People / sq mi

28.8yrs

Median Age

26% below US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%

Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Herlong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	57.2%
	27% below US avg
Spanish	42.8%
	219% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Herlong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herlong is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Herlong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,938
	26% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,052
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,146
IRS Avg AGI	$61,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	15.8%
	27% above US avg
Establishments (County)	784
County GDP	$1,471M

Business (County)

Restaurants	45
Healthcare	54
Retail	64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,356
	4% below US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	10.9 min
Drive Alone	82.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,978.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$104,978

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,083
	7% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.8%

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-Occupied	0.0%
Housing Units	124
Median Year Built	1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,356
	4% below US avg

In Herlong, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.2%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	11.8%
Heart Disease	7.5%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	9.2%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.1%
	51% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	28.0%
Depression	27.2%
Mental Distress	23.0%
Physical Distress	17.5%
Short Sleep	41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.9%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,684
Dentists	1:880
Mental Health	1:317
Checkup Rate	68.8%
Dental Visits	48.8%
Premature Death	11,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	45.5%
Healthcare Facilities	54

Herlong has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.3 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	50.3°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	14.3 inches
	62% below US avg
Snowfall	25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	4,125 ft (1,257 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density	197/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1417°N, 120.1397°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06035

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%

D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 54 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	22.4%
	34% below US avg
High School+	96.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.3%
School Test Score	4.69

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	197/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.4%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	54
Restaurants	45
Retail Stores	64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	10.9 min
Drive Alone	82.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Herlong, CA

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

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Community

Is Herlong a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Herlong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Herlong vs U.S. Average

Income: Herlong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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