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Malaga, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Malaga is a small town in California with a population of 693. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
693 Population 2,567/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $20,001 per capita
$219,600 Home Value
$1,280 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$219,600 home value, $1,280/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $219,600
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,280
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.1%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population693
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density2,567/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$20,001
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,600
Rent$1,280
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units242
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity44.1%
Uninsured25.7%
Smoking15.3%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+69.8%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute15 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries41

Is Malaga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malaga receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Malaga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malaga is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malaga is $219,600, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,280 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Malaga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Malaga has a population of 693 with a density of 2,567 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (23.1%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

693
Total Population
2,567
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Malaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only50.7%
35% below US avg
Spanish49.3%
268% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Malaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malaga is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Malaga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,001
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone42.4%
Public Transit11.1%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Malaga is $219,600, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,280 (10% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,600
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,280
10% above US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

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-Occupied44.2%
Housing Units242
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Malaga, 44.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.1%
37% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.1%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity41.5%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured25.7%
199% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.0%
Dental Visits50.3%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Malaga has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,567/sq mi
Coordinates36.6816°N, 119.7318°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+69.8%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,567/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone42.4%
Public Transit11.1%
Work from Home10.1%

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