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Lake City, CA

California

Lake City is a small town in California with a population of 30. Residents earn $125,000 per year, which is 66% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
30 Population 5/sq mi density
$125,000 Median Income $47,107 per capita
50°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,000
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.3%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population30
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,000
Per Capita$47,107
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$688M
Commute48 min

Health

Obesity25.3%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking11.2%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation4,832 ft (1,473 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+61.1%
School Score3.67

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute48 min
Broadband16.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Lake City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake City receives an overall livability score of 5.0 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 long commute times. Lake City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake City is $125,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 66% above $75,149. This places Lake City among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Lake City is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.7/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Lake City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches, including 22.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Lake City has a population of 30 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

30
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake City is $125,000, which is 66% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Lake City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,000
66% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,107
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$52,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)426
County GDP$688M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.0 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

Walkability

In Lake City, 25.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.3%
21% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure23.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.6%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity15.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep30.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Checkup Rate59.1%
Dental Visits51.1%
Premature Death13,302/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities16
Lake City has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall22.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood
Good Days %99.5%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation4,832 ft (1,473 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates41.6453°N, 120.2221°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+61.1%
School Test Score3.67
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants21
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.0 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.6%

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