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Idlewild, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Idlewild is a small town in California with a population of 57.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
57 Population 124/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age19.8 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute75 min

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,760 ft (1,146 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+48.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute75 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries28

Is Idlewild a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Idlewild receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Idlewild has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Idlewild experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.4 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Idlewild has a population of 57 with a density of 124 people per square mile. The median age is 19.8 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
19.8yrs
Median Age
49% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Idlewild vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Idlewild vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Idlewild 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 75 minutes.

Income: Idlewild vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Idlewild has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.4 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,760 ft (1,146 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates35.8096°N, 118.6705°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+48.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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