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Isleton, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Isleton is a small town in California with a population of 649. Residents earn $59,250 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
649 Population 1,475/sq mi density
$59,250 Median Income $28,481 per capita
$316,900 Home Value $410,265 Zillow
$1,164 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
242 Violent Crime/100K 2,788 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$59,250 median income, 7.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$316,900 home value, $1,164/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
242 violent crimes/100K (36% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,250
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $316,900
12% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 242/100K
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,164
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population649
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density1,475/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,250
Per Capita$28,481
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$37,695M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$316,900
Rent$1,164
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$410,265
Housing Units312
Rent Burden27.3%

Crime

F
Violent242/100K
Property2,788/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault242/100K
Burglary1,455/100K

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking13.6%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation-1 ft (0 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 60%
Commute32 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries11

Is Isleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Isleton receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Isleton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Isleton is $59,250, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Isleton is $316,900, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,164 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Isleton is below the national average at 242 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,788 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Isleton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Isleton has a population of 649 with a density of 1,475 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55%).

Population

649
Total Population
1,475
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Isleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.2%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Isleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Isleton is $59,250, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Isleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,250
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,481
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$85,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)13,772
County GDP$37,695M

Business (County)

Restaurants844
Healthcare1,087
Retail1,013
Manufacturing258

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,418
83% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Isleton is $316,900, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,164 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $410,265.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$316,900
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$410,265
Median List Price$415,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$415,000
$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,164
0% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

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-Occupied75.9%
Housing Units312
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,418
83% above US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Isleton, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,192
Dentists1:1,025
Mental Health1:216
Checkup Rate68.1%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death7,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access97.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,087
Isleton has a violent crime rate of 242 per 100,000 residents, 36% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,788 per 100,000 (42% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent242.4/100K
36% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault242.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,787.9/100K
42% above US avg
Burglary1,454.6/100K
Theft1,333.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)66
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Isleton has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-1 ft (0 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,475/sq mi
Coordinates38.1613°N, 121.6050°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.1%
D 60.1%

Winner: Democrat by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,475/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,087
Restaurants844
Retail Stores1,013

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)66
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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