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Lake Hughes, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Lake Hughes is a small town in California with a population of 875. Residents earn $110,438 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
875 Population 82/sq mi density
$110,438 Median Income $32,611 per capita
$519,400 Home Value $420,334 Zillow
$2,031 Median Rent 40.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$110,438 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$519,400 home value, $2,031/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,438
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $519,400
84% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,031
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population875
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$110,438
Per Capita$32,611
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute45 min

Housing

A
Home Value$519,400
Rent$2,031
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$420,334
Housing Units346
Rent Burden40.7%

Health

Obesity26.2%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking12.4%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,433 ft (1,046 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+83.8%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute45 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries258

Is Lake Hughes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Hughes receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Lake Hughes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Hughes is $110,438, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Lake Hughes among higher-income communities. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Hughes is $519,400, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,031 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Hughes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lake Hughes has a population of 875 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%).

Population

875
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
10.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Hughes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.0%
38% below US avg
Spanish51.0%
281% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Hughes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Hughes is $110,438, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Lake Hughes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,438
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,611
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Hughes is $519,400, 84% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,031 (75% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $420,334.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$519,400
84% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$420,334
Median List Price$759,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$759,900
$/Sq Ft$368
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,031
75% above US avg
Rent Burden40.7%

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-Occupied64.8%
Housing Units346
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Lake Hughes, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,326
Dentists1:1,032
Mental Health1:209
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Lake Hughes has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,433 ft (1,046 m)
Area10.6 sq mi (27.5 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates34.6824°N, 118.4519°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+83.8%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area10.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.1 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

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