Keyes, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Keyes is a small city in California with a population of 5,330. Residents earn $59,338 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,330 Population 3,395/sq mi density
$59,338 Median Income $19,494 per capita
$335,500 Home Value $427,234 Zillow
$1,361 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$59,338 median income, 6.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$335,500 home value, $1,361/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,338
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $335,500
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,361
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,330
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density3,395/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 34%

Economy

C+
Median Income$59,338
Per Capita$19,494
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute35 min

Housing

B
Home Value$335,500
Rent$1,361
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,234

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.3 in/yr
Elevation98 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+59.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute35 min
Libraries13

Is Keyes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keyes receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Keyes has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keyes is $59,338, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keyes is $335,500, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,361 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Keyes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Keyes has a population of 5,330 with a density of 3,395 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34.4%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

5,330
Total Population
3,395
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Keyes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only31.6%
60% below US avg
Spanish68.4%
410% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Keyes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keyes is $59,338, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Keyes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,338
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,494
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Keyes is $335,500, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,361 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,234.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$335,500
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,234
Median List Price$529,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$529,000
$/Sq Ft$253
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,361
17% 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-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Keyes, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Safety Score

Keyes has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.3 inches
68% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density3,395/sq mi
Coordinates37.5573°N, 120.9114°W
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+59.6%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,395/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Work from Home4.0%

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