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Inyokern, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Inyokern is a small town in California with a population of 958. Residents earn $68,373 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
958 Population 88/sq mi density
$68,373 Median Income $28,609 per capita
$311,700 Home Value $265,287 Zillow
$906 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$68,373 median income, 11.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$311,700 home value, $906/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,373
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $311,700
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $906
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population958
Median Age55.9 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,373
Per Capita$28,609
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$311,700
Rent$906
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$265,287
Housing Units499
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity31.5%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking12.2%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,415 ft (736 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute20 min
Broadband82.8%
EV Stations8
Libraries28

Is Inyokern a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inyokern receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Inyokern offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inyokern is $68,373, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inyokern is $311,700, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Inyokern enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°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 4.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Inyokern has a population of 958 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 55.9 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 9.5% Hispanic.

Population

958
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
55.9yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
10.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.6%
Female 61.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Inyokern vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Inyokern vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inyokern is $68,373, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Inyokern vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,373
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,609
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above 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)
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Inyokern is $311,700, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $265,287.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$311,700
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$265,287
Median List Price$379,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,000
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$906
22% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied70.3%
Housing Units499
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Inyokern, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Inyokern has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.3 inches
89% below US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,415 ft (736 m)
Area10.9 sq mi (28.3 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates35.6544°N, 117.8195°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 82.8% 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+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area10.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.8%
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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