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Little River, CA

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Little River is a small town in California with a population of 141.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
141 Population 84/sq mi density
$453,300 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $453,300
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.3%
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.6%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,042
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,693M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$453,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units195
Rent Burden32.7%

Health

Obesity19.6%
Uninsured3.3%
Smoking8.6%
Depression17.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.3%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Broadband79.0%
EV Stations6
Libraries7

Is Little River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little River receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Little River stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little River is $453,300, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Little River is a highly educated community — 57.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Little River experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Little River has a population of 141 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.4%).

Population

141
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.3%
Female 61.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Little River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.6%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.4%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Little River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little River is N/A. 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 24 minutes.

Income: Little River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,042
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$67,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,522
County GDP$4,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants336
Healthcare265
Retail403
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone42.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Little River is $453,300, 61% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$453,300
61% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.7%

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-Occupied88.6%
Housing Units195
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Little River, 19.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.3% of residents lack health insurance. 8.6% are current smokers. 17.7% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.6%
39% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
High Blood Pressure24.3%
Asthma7.5%
COPD4.0%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.6%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity14.3%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress12.6%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep24.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured3.3%
62% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,286
Dentists1:1,247
Mental Health1:152
Checkup Rate57.0%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities265
Little River has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates39.2703°N, 123.7817°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 57.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.8-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.5%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.3%
70% above US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density84/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants336
Retail Stores403

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone42.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home42.2%

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