Home Value $332,800

18% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.2%

3% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 25.6%

106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population88

Median Age55.1 yrs

Density22/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans58.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$28,253

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty25.6%

County GDP$1,471M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$332,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$287,345

Housing Units64

Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity33.2%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking20.9%

Depression31.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain13.0 in/yr

Sunny Days316/yr

Elevation4,200 ft (1,280 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+72.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%

Commute17 min

Broadband39.0%

Libraries1

Is Litchfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Litchfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Litchfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Litchfield is $332,800, 18% above the national median.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Litchfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Litchfield has a population of 88 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

55.1yrs

Median Age

42% above US avg

4.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.6%

Female 36.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Litchfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Litchfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$28,253
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,146
IRS Avg AGI	$61,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	25.6%
	106% above US avg
Establishments (County)	784
County GDP	$1,471M

Business (County)

Restaurants	45
Healthcare	54
Retail	64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,356
	4% below US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Litchfield is $332,800, 18% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,345.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$332,800
	18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$287,345

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.3%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	64
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,356
	4% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.01%

In Litchfield, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 31.6% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.2%
	3% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
High Blood Pressure	29.9%
Asthma	13.4%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.9%
	49% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.9%
Physical Inactivity	29.2%
Depression	31.6%
Mental Distress	25.7%
Physical Distress	18.0%
Short Sleep	38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,684
Dentists	1:880
Mental Health	1:317
Checkup Rate	68.6%
Dental Visits	57.3%
Premature Death	11,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	45.5%
Healthcare Facilities	54

Litchfield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	50.2°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	13.0 inches
	66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	4,200 ft (1,280 m)
Area	4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density	22/sq mi
Coordinates	40.3877°N, 120.3807°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06035

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 54-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.8%

D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 54 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	72.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	22/sq mi
Total Area	4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	39.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	54
Restaurants	45
Retail Stores	64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Litchfield, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Litchfield a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Litchfield vs U.S. Average

Income: Litchfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities