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Homewood Canyon, CA

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Homewood Canyon is a small town in California with a population of 195.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
195 Population 19/sq mi density
$100,700 Home Value
68°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $100,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population195
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,216
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,555M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$100,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden25.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain3.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,073 ft (937 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute35 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries6

Is Homewood Canyon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homewood Canyon receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Homewood Canyon faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homewood Canyon is $100,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.9% 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

Homewood Canyon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Homewood Canyon has a population of 195 with a density of 19 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

195
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Homewood Canyon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homewood Canyon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homewood Canyon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Homewood Canyon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,216
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$75,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)863
County GDP$1,555M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare47
Retail84
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,831
38% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Homewood Canyon is $100,700, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,700
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.2%

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 Units82
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,831
38% above US avg
Effective Rate4.80%
Homewood Canyon has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 91°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average68.4°F
27% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average91°F (33°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.6 inches
90% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,073 ft (937 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.5 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates35.8900°N, 117.3864°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.9%

Winner: Republican by 3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants100
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone72.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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