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Lookout, CA

California

Lookout is a small town in California with a population of 43.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
43 Population 8/sq mi density
51°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,593
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$688M
Commute14 min

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation4,156 ft (1,267 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute14 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries4

Is Lookout a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lookout receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lookout 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 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lookout experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 45.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lookout has a population of 43 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

43
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.8%
Female 30.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lookout vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lookout vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lookout 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 14 minutes.

Income: Lookout vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,593
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$52,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)426
County GDP$688M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare16
Retail26
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,717
22% below US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Lookout has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall45.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,156 ft (1,267 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates41.2104°N, 121.1530°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 46.7-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants21
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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