Home Value $280,900

0% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.2%

67% lower than US avg

Median Rent $430

63% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.9%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.4%

56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population544

Median Age40.8 yrs

Density15/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans16.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$24,550

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty5.4%

County GDP$598M

Commute14 min

Housing

Home Value$280,900

Rent$430

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units333

Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity34.9%

Uninsured9.6%

Smoking20.7%

Depression28.1%

Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain52.3 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation2,774 ft (846 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.2%

High School+97.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 43%

Commute14 min

Broadband56.0%

Libraries3

Is Mad River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mad River receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mad River faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.4% 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mad River is $280,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $430 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mad River experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mad River has a population of 544 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 9.2% Hispanic.

Population

544

Total Population

People / sq mi

40.8yrs

Median Age

5% above US avg

35.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%

Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Mad River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.3%
	21% above US avg
Spanish	4.7%
	65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mad River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mad River is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Mad River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$24,550
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,080
IRS Avg AGI	$56,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.4%
	56% below US avg
Establishments (County)	450
County GDP	$598M

Business (County)

Restaurants	42
Healthcare	23
Retail	45
Manufacturing	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,108
	17% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.3 min
Drive Alone	92.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mad River is $280,900, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $430 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$280,900
	0% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$430
	63% below US avg
Rent Burden	23.4%

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-Occupied	55.0%
Housing Units	333
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,108
	17% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.46%

In Mad River, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.9%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	11.9%
Heart Disease	7.5%
High Blood Pressure	34.1%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.7%
	48% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.1%
Physical Inactivity	29.0%
Depression	28.1%
Mental Distress	22.9%
Physical Distress	17.4%
Short Sleep	37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.4%
Uninsured	9.6%
	12% above US avg
Checkup Rate	69.1%
Dental Visits	51.2%
Premature Death	12,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	91.0%
Healthcare Facilities	23

Mad River has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	52.9°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	52.3 inches
	38% above US avg
Snowfall	0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,774 ft (846 m)
Area	35.2 sq mi (91.1 km²)
Population Density	15/sq mi
Coordinates	40.4325°N, 123.4921°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06105

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.8%

D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.2%
	67% below US avg
High School+	97.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	15/sq mi
Total Area	35.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	56.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	23
Restaurants	42
Retail Stores	45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
FEMA Disaster Declarations	273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.3 min
Drive Alone	92.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Mad River, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Mad River a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Mad River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Mad River vs U.S. Average

Income: Mad River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities