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La Grange, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

La Grange is a small town in California with a population of 92. Residents earn $20,156 per year, which is 73% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
92 Population 1,022/sq mi density
$20,156 Median Income $24,870 per capita
$189,100 Home Value $384,086 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$20,156 median income, 8.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$189,100 home value, $775/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,156
73% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,100
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 66.7%
438% higher than US avg

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

People

Population92
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density1,022/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$20,156
Per Capita$24,870
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty66.7%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute44 min

Housing

F
Home Value$189,100
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$384,086
Housing Units76
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking12.5%
Depression21.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation258 ft (79 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+77.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute44 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries13

Is La Grange a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Grange receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. La Grange has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Grange is $20,156, 73% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 66.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Grange is $189,100, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

La Grange enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

La Grange has a population of 92 with a density of 1,022 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.3%), with 34.8% Hispanic.

Population

92
Total Population
1,022
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

La Grange vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

La Grange vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Grange is $20,156, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 66.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: La Grange vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,156
73% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate66.7%
438% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in La Grange is $189,100, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $384,086.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,100
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$384,086
Median List Price$109,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$109,000
$/Sq Ft$46
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied44.7%
Housing Units76
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In La Grange, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.5% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Grange vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.9%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.3%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate66.8%
Dental Visits55.6%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
La Grange has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation258 ft (79 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Coordinates37.6635°N, 120.4631°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+77.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,022/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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