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Honcut, CA

California · Yuba County · Metropolitan Area

Honcut is a small town in California with a population of 343. Residents earn $168,068 per year, which is 124% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
343 Population 81/sq mi density
$168,068 Median Income $42,756 per capita
$266,900 Home Value
$1,853 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$168,068 median income, 19.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$266,900 home value, $1,853/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $168,068
124% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,900
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,853
59% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.4%
439% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.1%
143% higher than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$168,068
Per Capita$42,756
Unemployment19.4%
Poverty30.1%
County GDP$4,508M
Commute65 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,900
Rent$1,853
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity31.4%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking13.0%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation99 ft (30 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+43.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute65 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries1

Is Honcut a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Honcut receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Honcut offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Honcut is $168,068, which is significantly higher than the national average — 124% above $75,149. This places Honcut among higher-income communities. At 19.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Honcut is $266,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,853 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Honcut enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Honcut has a population of 343 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.7%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

343
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Honcut vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only34.5%
56% below US avg
Spanish65.5%
389% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Honcut vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Honcut is $168,068, which is 124% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 65 minutes.

Income: Honcut vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$168,068
124% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,756
Avg Weekly Wage$1,287
IRS Avg AGI$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.4%
439% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.1%
143% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,146
County GDP$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare86
Retail134
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time64.9 min
Drive Alone39.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Honcut is $266,900, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,853 (59% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,900
5% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,853
59% above US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

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-Occupied55.3%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Honcut, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate44.7%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,907
Dentists1:3,372
Mental Health1:384
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities86
Honcut has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation99 ft (30 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates39.3326°N, 121.5388°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyYuba County County
County FIPS06115
Honcut is located in Yuba County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+43.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi
CountyYuba County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants95
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute64.9 min
Drive Alone39.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.5%

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