Julian, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Julian is a small town in California with a population of 1,491. Residents earn $75,179 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,491 Population 189/sq mi density
$75,179 Median Income $42,265 per capita
$553,800 Home Value $567,678 Zillow
$1,510 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$553,800 home value, $1,510/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,179
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $553,800
96% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.1%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,510
30% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,491
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,179
Per Capita$42,265
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$331,868M
Commute38 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$553,800
Rent$1,510
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$567,678

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Elevation4,335 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.1%
High School+95.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%
Commute38 min
EV Stations5
Libraries88

Is Julian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Julian receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Julian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Julian is $75,179, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Julian is $553,800, making it a premium housing market at 96% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,510 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Julian enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Julian has a population of 1,491 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.7%).

Population

1,491
Total Population
189
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Julian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Julian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Julian is $75,179, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. 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 38 minutes.

Income: Julian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,179
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,265
Avg Weekly Wage$1,593
IRS Avg AGI$104,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.1 min
Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Julian is $553,800, 96% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,510 (30% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $567,678.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$553,800
96% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$567,678
Median List Price$695,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$695,000
$/Sq Ft$482
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,510
30% 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-Occupied87.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,205
163% above US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Julian, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 15.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity15.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death5,727/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Julian has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,335 ft (1,321 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density189/sq mi
Coordinates33.0735°N, 116.5889°W
County FIPS06073
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% 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+36.1%
7% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density189/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries88
Healthcare Facilities11,184
Restaurants8,243
Retail Stores9,270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)272
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.1 min
Work from Home34.4%

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