Magalia, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Magalia is a small city in California with a population of 7,784. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
7,784 Population 555/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $30,786 per capita
$254,400 Home Value $268,900 Zillow
$1,413 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$254,400 home value, $1,413/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $254,400
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,413
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,784
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density555/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$30,786
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$254,400
Rent$1,413
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,900

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Elevation2,252 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute35 min
Libraries7

Is Magalia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Magalia receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Magalia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Magalia is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Magalia is $254,400, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,413 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Magalia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Magalia has a population of 7,784 with a density of 555 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

7,784
Total Population
555
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
14.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Magalia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Magalia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Magalia is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Magalia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,786
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Magalia is $254,400, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,413 (21% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,900.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,400
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,900
Median List Price$229,925

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,925
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops18.9%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,413
21% above US avg

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-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Magalia, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632

Crime Rates: Magalia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Magalia has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.0 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,252 ft (686 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.3 km²)
Population Density555/sq mi
Coordinates39.8188°N, 121.6077°W
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density555/sq mi
Total Area14.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Work from Home15.1%

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