Kings Beach, CA

California

Kings Beach is a small town in California with a population of 2,493. Residents earn $53,964 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,493 Population 872/sq mi density
$53,964 Median Income $38,675 per capita
$680,200 Home Value $814,332 Zillow
$1,245 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,964 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$680,200 home value, $1,245/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,964
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $680,200
141% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,245
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,493
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density872/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,964
Per Capita$38,675
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$127M
Commute21 min

Housing

F
Home Value$680,200
Rent$1,245
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$814,332

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Elevation6,540 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+74.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Kings Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kings Beach receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Kings Beach has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kings Beach is $53,964, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kings Beach is $680,200, making it a premium housing market at 141% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,245 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kings Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kings Beach has a population of 2,493 with a density of 872 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

2,493
Total Population
872
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kings Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.7%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.3%
260% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kings Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kings Beach is $53,964, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Kings Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,964
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,675
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Kings Beach is $680,200, 141% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,245 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $814,332.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$680,200
141% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$814,332
Median List Price$959,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$959,500
$/Sq Ft$418
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,245
7% 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-Occupied58.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In Kings Beach, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kings Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Kings Beach has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.2 inches
23% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,540 ft (1,993 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density872/sq mi
Coordinates39.2475°N, 120.0199°W
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+74.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density872/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home3.7%

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