Kingsburg, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Kingsburg is a small city in California with a population of 12,589. Residents earn $82,562 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
12,589 Population 3,366/sq mi density
$82,562 Median Income $36,788 per capita
$356,900 Home Value $471,709 Zillow
$1,117 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
289 Violent Crime/100K 2,704 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$82,562 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$356,900 home value, $1,117/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
289 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,562
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $356,900
27% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 289/100K
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,117
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,589
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density3,366/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,562
Per Capita$36,788
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$356,900
Rent$1,117
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$471,709

Crime

F
Violent289/100K
Property2,704/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault213/100K
Burglary748/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation305 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+85.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute22 min
EV Stations3
Libraries41

Is Kingsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Kingsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingsburg is $82,562, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingsburg is $356,900, 27% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,117 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Kingsburg is below the national average at 289 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,704 per 100,000, 38% above the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kingsburg has a population of 12,589 with a density of 3,366 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.5%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

12,589
Total Population
3,366
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.4%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.6%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kingsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingsburg is $82,562, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Kingsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,562
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,788
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingsburg is $356,900, 27% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,117 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $471,709.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$356,900
27% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$471,709
Median List Price$419,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$419,000
$/Sq Ft$263
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,117
4% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,973

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-Occupied73.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Kingsburg, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Kingsburg has a violent crime rate of 289 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,704 per 100,000 (38% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent289.1/100K
24% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape34.0/100K
Robbery42.5/100K
Assault212.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,703.6/100K
38% above US avg
Burglary748.2/100K
Theft1,479.3/100K
Vehicle Theft476.1/100K
Arson25.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Kingsburg has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density3,366/sq mi
Coordinates36.5252°N, 119.5666°W
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% 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+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+85.1%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,366/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home5.6%

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