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Keswick, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Keswick is a small town in California with a population of 171. Residents earn $35,114 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
171 Population 50/sq mi density
$35,114 Median Income $15,174 per capita
$440,400 Home Value
64°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$35,114 median income, 4.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$440,400 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,114
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $440,400
56% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age64.2 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,114
Per Capita$15,174
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute16 min

Housing

F
Home Value$440,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity28.0%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking11.8%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation730 ft (223 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+34.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute16 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries4

Is Keswick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keswick receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Keswick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keswick is $35,114, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keswick is $440,400, making it a premium housing market at 56% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Keswick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Keswick has a population of 171 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 64.2 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

171
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
64.2yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Keswick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keswick is $35,114, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Keswick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,114
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,174
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Keswick is $440,400, 56% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$440,400
56% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Keswick, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 11.8% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 17.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.8%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity17.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.9%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits67.1%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Keswick has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.0 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.0 inches
66% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation730 ft (223 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates40.6130°N, 122.4608°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+34.1%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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