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Klamath, CA

California

Klamath is a small town in California with a population of 816. Residents earn $48,250 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
816 Population 47/sq mi density
$48,250 Median Income $24,996 per capita
$244,500 Home Value
$995 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$48,250 median income, 9.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$244,500 home value, $995/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,250
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,500
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $995
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population816
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,250
Per Capita$24,996
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$244,500
Rent$995
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units536
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking22.8%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain78.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation337 ft (103 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Broadband88.2%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Klamath a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Klamath receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Klamath has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Klamath is $48,250, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Klamath is $244,500, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $995 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Klamath experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 78.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Klamath has a population of 816 with a density of 47 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (48.3%), with 45.6% White.

Population

816
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
17.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Klamath vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Klamath vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Klamath is $48,250, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Klamath vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,250
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,996
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$57,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)845
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare67
Retail59
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone60.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Klamath is $244,500, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $995 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,500
13% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$995
14% below US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

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-Occupied73.4%
Housing Units536
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Klamath, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 22.8% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma13.7%
COPD9.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.8%
63% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress24.4%
Physical Distress19.2%
Short Sleep43.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,653
Dentists1:1,177
Mental Health1:198
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits48.0%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67
Klamath has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 78.9 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall78.9 inches
108% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation337 ft (103 m)
Area17.2 sq mi (44.6 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates41.5729°N, 124.0556°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area17.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.2%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone60.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home20.0%

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