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Loyalton, CA

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Loyalton is a small town in California with a population of 830. Residents earn $65,694 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
830 Population 2,306/sq mi density
$65,694 Median Income $47,072 per capita
$190,700 Home Value $300,353 Zillow
$1,081 Median Rent 48.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,694 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,700 home value, $1,081/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,694
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,700
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,081
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population830
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density2,306/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,694
Per Capita$47,072
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$127M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,700
Rent$1,081
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,353
Housing Units426
Rent Burden48.1%

Health

Obesity32.6%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking15.7%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation4,946 ft (1,508 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute31 min
Broadband73.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Loyalton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loyalton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Loyalton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loyalton is $65,694, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loyalton is $190,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,081 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Loyalton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Loyalton has a population of 830 with a density of 2,306 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

830
Total Population
2,306
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Loyalton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Loyalton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loyalton is $65,694, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Loyalton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,694
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,072
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Loyalton is $190,700, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,081 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,353.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,700
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,353

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,081
7% below US avg
Rent Burden48.1%

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-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units426
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Loyalton, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Loyalton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,946 ft (1,508 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,306/sq mi
Coordinates39.6769°N, 120.2448°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,306/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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