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Lanare, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Lanare is a small town in California with a population of 590. Residents earn $68,952 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
590 Population 292/sq mi density
$68,952 Median Income $20,178 per capita
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$68,952 median income, 13.2% unemployment
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,952
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.2%
267% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.6%
155% higher than US avg

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

People

Population590
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$68,952
Per Capita$20,178
Unemployment13.2%
Poverty31.6%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute20 min

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured25.8%
Smoking13.7%
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation201 ft (61 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+58.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries7

Is Lanare a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lanare receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Lanare has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lanare is $68,952, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 31.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lanare enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°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 7.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lanare has a population of 590 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (5.8%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

590
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lanare vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only13.4%
83% below US avg
Spanish86.6%
546% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lanare vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lanare is $68,952, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lanare vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,952
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,178
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.2%
267% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.6%
155% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Lanare, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 19.6% report depression. 38.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity38.6%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured25.8%
200% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,692
Dentists1:1,577
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate68.1%
Dental Visits48.0%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
Lanare has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.2 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 Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.2 inches
81% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation201 ft (61 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates36.4377°N, 119.9322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 23-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+58.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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