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
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
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Kings Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 51.7% |
| 34% below US avg |
| Spanish | 48.3% |
| 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.
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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 135 |
| County GDP | $127M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 7 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,270 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
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 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 Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.5% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 18 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,270 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.63% |
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
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.9% |
| Premature Death | 4,389/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 7.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Kings Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.2 inches |
| 23% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,540 ft (1,993 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 872/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2475°N, 120.0199°W |
| County FIPS | 06091 |