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Independence, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Independence is a small town in California with a population of 875. Residents earn $64,063 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
875 Population 180/sq mi density
$64,063 Median Income $32,358 per capita
$268,400 Home Value $302,113 Zillow
$1,059 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$64,063 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$268,400 home value, $1,059/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,063
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $268,400
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,059
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population875
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,063
Per Capita$32,358
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$25,415M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$268,400
Rent$1,059
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$302,113
Housing Units412
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity29.4%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain5.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,865 ft (1,178 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute16 min
Broadband84.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries22

Is Independence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Independence receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Independence offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Independence is $64,063, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Independence is $268,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,059 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Independence enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Independence has a population of 875 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.2%), with 9.9% Hispanic, 7.1% Black.

Population

875
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Independence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Independence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Independence is $64,063, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Independence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,063
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,358
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,758
County GDP$25,415M

Business (County)

Restaurants731
Healthcare1,016
Retail1,095
Manufacturing237

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Independence is $268,400, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,059 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $302,113.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,400
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$302,113

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,059
9% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

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-Occupied77.3%
Housing Units412
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Independence, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,159
Dentists1:1,749
Mental Health1:314
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death9,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,016
Independence has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.4 inches
86% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,865 ft (1,178 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates36.8303°N, 118.2079°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,016
Restaurants731
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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