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Kirkwood, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Kirkwood is a small town in California with a population of 406. Residents earn $145,341 per year, which is 93% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
406 Population 93/sq mi density
$145,341 Median Income $48,768 per capita
$568,200 Home Value $593,356 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$145,341 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$568,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $145,341
93% higher than US avg
Home Value $568,200
102% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.3%
147% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$145,341
Per Capita$48,768
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$568,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$593,356
Housing Units607
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity28.9%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking12.9%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation8,497 ft (2,590 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.3%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+37.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute35 min
Broadband59.0%
EV Stations4
Libraries7

Is Kirkwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkwood receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Kirkwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirkwood is $145,341, which is significantly higher than the national average — 93% above $75,149. This places Kirkwood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. 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 Kirkwood is $568,200, making it a premium housing market at 102% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Kirkwood is a highly educated community — 83.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirkwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Kirkwood has a population of 406 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.1%).

Population

406
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.8%
21% below US avg
Spanish38.2%
185% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kirkwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkwood is $145,341, which is 93% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Kirkwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$145,341
93% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,768
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$117,647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,552
County GDP$11,555M

Business (County)

Restaurants513
Healthcare495
Retail520
Manufacturing175

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Drive Alone23.5%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home49.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkwood is $568,200, 102% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $593,356.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$568,200
102% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$593,356

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.5%

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-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units607
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Kirkwood, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death6,327/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities495
Kirkwood has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8,497 ft (2,590 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates38.6893°N, 120.0550°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 83.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (147% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 42.6%

Winner: Republican by 12 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+83.3%
147% above US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+37.1%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities495
Restaurants513
Retail Stores520

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)27
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Drive Alone23.5%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home49.0%

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