Jamul, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Jamul is a small city in California with a population of 6,617. Residents earn $148,740 per year, which is 98% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
6,617 Population 393/sq mi density
$148,740 Median Income $55,905 per capita
$961,300 Home Value $1,015,324 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$148,740 median income, 1.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$961,300 home value, $3,501/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $148,740
98% higher than US avg
Home Value $961,300
241% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,617
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$148,740
Per Capita$55,905
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$331,868M
Commute35 min

Housing

B
Home Value$961,300
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,015,324

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.6 in/yr
Elevation1,026 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+93.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute35 min
EV Stations1
Libraries88

Is Jamul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jamul receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Jamul offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jamul is $148,740, which is significantly higher than the national average — 98% above $75,149. This places Jamul among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jamul is $961,300, making it a premium housing market at 241% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Jamul enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Jamul has a population of 6,617 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

6,617
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
16.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jamul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.4%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.6%
106% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jamul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jamul is $148,740, which is 98% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Jamul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,740
98% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,905
Avg Weekly Wage$1,593
IRS Avg AGI$104,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)133,031
County GDP$331,868M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,243
Healthcare11,184
Retail9,270
Manufacturing2,955

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Jamul is $961,300, 241% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,015,324.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$961,300
241% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,015,324
Median List Price$1,199,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,199,000
$/Sq Ft$569
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.9%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg

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-Occupied96.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Jamul, 24.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death5,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities11,184

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Jamul has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.6 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,026 ft (313 m)
Area16.8 sq mi (43.6 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates32.7184°N, 116.8709°W
County FIPS06073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.2%
D 56.9%

Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area16.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries88
Healthcare Facilities11,184
Restaurants8,243
Retail Stores9,270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Work from Home14.9%

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