Hoopa, CA

California

Hoopa is a small town in California with a population of 2,274. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,274 Population 111/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $22,374 per capita
$253,500 Home Value
$841 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 6.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$253,500 home value, $841/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $253,500
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $841
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,274
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$22,374
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute13 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$253,500
Rent$841
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Elevation341 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+89.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute13 min
EV Stations6
Libraries2

Is Hoopa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoopa receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hoopa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoopa is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoopa is $253,500, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hoopa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hoopa has a population of 2,274 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (83.2%), with 7.1% White.

Population

2,274
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
20.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoopa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.3%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.7%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hoopa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoopa is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Hoopa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,374
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$57,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)845
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare67
Retail59
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.8 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoopa is $253,500, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,500
10% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

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-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Hoopa, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma14.6%
COPD9.2%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress26.0%
Physical Distress20.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Hoopa has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area20.4 sq mi (52.9 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates41.0796°N, 123.6977°W
County FIPS06015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area20.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.8 min
Work from Home10.2%

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