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Loleta, CA

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Loleta is a small town in California with a population of 656. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
656 Population 309/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $31,950 per capita
$412,100 Home Value $452,928 Zillow
$992 Median Rent 41.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 7.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$412,100 home value, $992/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $412,100
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $992
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population656
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$31,950
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute30 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$412,100
Rent$992
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$452,928
Housing Units293
Rent Burden41.9%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking16.5%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation74 ft (23 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute30 min
Broadband96.9%
EV Stations4
Libraries13

Is Loleta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loleta receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Loleta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loleta is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loleta is $412,100, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Loleta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Loleta has a population of 656 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 10.4% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

656
Total Population
309
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Loleta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Loleta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loleta is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Loleta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Loleta is $412,100, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $452,928.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$412,100
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$452,928

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% below US avg
Rent Burden41.9%

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-Occupied42.2%
Housing Units293
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Loleta, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,642
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:160
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits58.3%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Loleta has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation74 ft (23 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density309/sq mi
Coordinates40.6409°N, 124.2226°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 96.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density309/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.9%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.3%

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