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Hornbrook, CA

California

Hornbrook is a small town in California with a population of 341. Residents earn $33,750 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
341 Population 291/sq mi density
$33,750 Median Income $25,257 per capita
$1,004 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$33,750 median income, 13.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$1,004/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,750
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,004
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
272% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.1%
248% higher than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density291/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

F
Median Income$33,750
Per Capita$25,257
Unemployment13.4%
Poverty43.1%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute12 min

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,004
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,999
Housing Units147
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking17.0%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation2,181 ft (665 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute12 min
Broadband88.9%
Libraries9

Is Hornbrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hornbrook receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hornbrook has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hornbrook is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 43.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,004 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hornbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Hornbrook has a population of 341 with a density of 291 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71%), with 27.3% Hispanic.

Population

341
Total Population
291
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hornbrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hornbrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hornbrook is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 43.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Hornbrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,750
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,257
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
272% above US avg
Poverty Rate43.1%
248% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,836
County GDP$2,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare108
Retail156
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.8 min
Drive Alone57.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,004 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,999.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$226,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,004
14% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units147
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
In Hornbrook, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits53.1%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Hornbrook has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.9 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.9 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,181 ft (665 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density291/sq mi
Coordinates41.9045°N, 122.5583°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density291/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.8 min
Drive Alone57.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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