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Madison, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Madison is a small town in California with a population of 682.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
682 Population 440/sq mi density
$320,800 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $320,800
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.5%
275% higher than US avg

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

People

Population682
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,542
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty46.5%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$320,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units198
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured18.0%
Smoking9.4%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation152 ft (46 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+54.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute21 min
Broadband71.6%
Libraries9

Is Madison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madison receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Madison faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 46.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madison is $320,800, 14% above the national median.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Madison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Madison has a population of 682 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.4%), with 13.9% Hispanic.

Population

682
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Madison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only42.2%
46% below US avg
Spanish57.8%
331% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Madison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madison is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 46.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Madison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,542
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate46.5%
275% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,004
County GDP$20,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare466
Retail483
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Madison is $320,800, 14% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,800
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.6%

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-Occupied83.4%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Madison, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.4% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma8.4%
COPD3.8%
Cancer4.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Uninsured18.0%
109% above US avg
Primary Care1:810
Dentists1:1,610
Mental Health1:218
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466
Madison has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation152 ft (46 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates38.6750°N, 121.9703°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.3-point margin. 71.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.1%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+54.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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