Kelly Ridge, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Kelly Ridge is a small town in California with a population of 3,010. Residents earn $56,230 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,010 Population 1,544/sq mi density
$56,230 Median Income $39,865 per capita
$266,300 Home Value
$2,250 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,230 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$266,300 home value, $2,250/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,230
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $266,300
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,250
93% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,010
Median Age58.6 yrs
Density1,544/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,230
Per Capita$39,865
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$266,300
Rent$2,250
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain82.5 in/yr
Elevation1,092 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+92.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute26 min
Libraries7

Is Kelly Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kelly Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kelly Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kelly Ridge is $56,230, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kelly Ridge is $266,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,250 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kelly Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 82.5 inches, including 82.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kelly Ridge has a population of 3,010 with a density of 1,544 people per square mile. The median age is 58.6 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 7.4% Black.

Population

3,010
Total Population
1,544
People / sq mi
58.6yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kelly Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kelly Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kelly Ridge is $56,230, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Kelly Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,230
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home16.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kelly Ridge is $266,300, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,250 (93% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,300
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,250
93% 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-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Kelly Ridge, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kelly Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Kelly Ridge has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 82.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall82.5 inches
117% above US avg
Snowfall82.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density1,544/sq mi
Coordinates39.5288°N, 121.4663°W
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,544/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home16.6%

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