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Lytle Creek, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Lytle Creek is a small town in California with a population of 588. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
588 Population 98/sq mi density
$74,000 Median Income $39,701 per capita
$483,600 Home Value $384,854 Zillow
$1,841 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$74,000 median income, 7.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$483,600 home value, $1,841/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,000
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $483,600
72% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,841
58% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population588
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,000
Per Capita$39,701
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute44 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$483,600
Rent$1,841
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$384,854
Housing Units345
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking11.9%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation4,053 ft (1,235 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute44 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries67

Is Lytle Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lytle Creek 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Lytle Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lytle Creek is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lytle Creek is $483,600, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,841 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lytle Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 61.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Lytle Creek has a population of 588 with a density of 98 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

588
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lytle Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lytle Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lytle Creek is $74,000, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Lytle Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,000
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.6 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lytle Creek is $483,600, 72% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,841 (58% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $384,854.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$483,600
72% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$384,854

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,841
58% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied89.9%
Housing Units345
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.09%
In Lytle Creek, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lytle Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Lytle Creek has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall61.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,053 ft (1,235 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates34.2499°N, 117.5044°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.6 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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