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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 95.3% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.7% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $75,179 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,265 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,593 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,353 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 133,031 |
| County GDP | $331,868M |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Healthcare | 11,184 |
| Retail | 9,270 |
| Manufacturing | 2,955 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
| Commute Time | 38.1 min |
| Work from Home | 34.4% |
| Census Median | $553,800 |
| 96% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $567,678 |
| Median List Price | $695,000 |
| Median List Price | $695,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $482 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 14 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,510 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 87.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,205 |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
| Obesity | 24.6% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.4% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.6% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,727/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 24.5 inches |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,335 ft (1,321 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0735°N, 116.5889°W |
| County FIPS | 06073 |
Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.1% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 88 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11,184 |
| Restaurants | 8,243 |
| Retail Stores | 9,270 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 272 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 38.1 min |
| Work from Home | 34.4% |