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Kettleman City, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Kettleman City is a small town in California with a population of 899. Residents earn $48,920 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
899 Population 4,281/sq mi density
$48,920 Median Income $21,822 per capita
$136,600 Home Value $208,387 Zillow
$1,010 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$48,920 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,600 home value, $1,010/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,920
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,600
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,010
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.3%
177% higher than US avg

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

People

Population899
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density4,281/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 22%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,920
Per Capita$21,822
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty34.3%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,600
Rent$1,010
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,387
Housing Units385
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured31.9%
Smoking17.1%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation254 ft (77 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+55.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Broadband58.8%
EV Stations7
Libraries7

Is Kettleman City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kettleman City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Kettleman City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kettleman City is $48,920, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 34.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kettleman City is $136,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kettleman City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kettleman City has a population of 899 with a density of 4,281 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (22.1%).

Population

899
Total Population
4,281
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kettleman City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kettleman City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kettleman City is $48,920, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Kettleman City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,920
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,822
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.3%
177% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kettleman City is $136,600, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,010 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,387.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,600
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,387

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,010
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

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-Occupied20.3%
Housing Units385
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Kettleman City, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 43.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kettleman City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes17.5%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity43.6%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress20.7%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured31.9%
271% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.0%
Dental Visits46.8%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
Kettleman City has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.5 inches
80% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation254 ft (77 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density4,281/sq mi
Coordinates36.0090°N, 119.9629°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 58.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+55.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density4,281/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.8%
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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