Knightsen, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Knightsen is a small town in California with a population of 2,018. Residents earn $173,564 per year, which is 131% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,018 Population 241/sq mi density
$173,564 Median Income $52,316 per capita
$861,100 Home Value
$2,194 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$173,564 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$861,100 home value, $2,194/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $173,564
131% higher than US avg
Home Value $861,100
205% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.0%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,194
89% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,018
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A+
Median Income$173,564
Per Capita$52,316
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$96,579M
Commute56 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$861,100
Rent$2,194
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation20 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.0%
High School+88.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 29% / D 67%
Commute56 min
Libraries33

Is Knightsen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knightsen receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Knightsen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knightsen is $173,564, which is significantly higher than the national average — 131% above $75,149. This places Knightsen among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knightsen is $861,100, making it a premium housing market at 205% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,194 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Knightsen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Knightsen has a population of 2,018 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.3%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,018
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Knightsen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.8%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.3%
134% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Knightsen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knightsen is $173,564, which is 131% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: Knightsen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$173,564
131% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,316
Avg Weekly Wage$1,658
IRS Avg AGI$143,710

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)39,474
County GDP$96,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,228
Healthcare3,572
Retail2,390
Manufacturing495

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time55.8 min
Work from Home17.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Knightsen is $861,100, 205% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,194 (89% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$861,100
205% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,194
89% 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-Occupied93.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,976
214% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Knightsen, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate68.4%
Premature Death5,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access97.6%
Healthcare Facilities3,572

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Safety Score

Knightsen has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates37.9624°N, 121.6486°W
County FIPS06013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 29.4%
D 67.3%

Winner: Democrat by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.0%
1% above US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries33
Healthcare Facilities3,572
Restaurants2,228
Retail Stores2,390

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)64

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute55.8 min
Work from Home17.7%

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