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Markleeville, CA

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Markleeville is a small town in California with a population of 178. Residents earn $97,321 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
178 Population 27/sq mi density
$97,321 Median Income $38,303 per capita
$464,000 Home Value $506,683 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$97,321 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$464,000 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,321
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $464,000
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.0%
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age64.1 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,321
Per Capita$38,303
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$146M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$464,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$506,683
Housing Units214
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity27.2%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking10.9%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain5.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation6,321 ft (1,927 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+23.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 65%
Commute30 min
Broadband63.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Markleeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Markleeville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Markleeville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Markleeville is $97,321, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Markleeville is $464,000, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Markleeville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 5.9 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Markleeville has a population of 178 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 64.1 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

178
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
64.1yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Markleeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Markleeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Markleeville is $97,321, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Markleeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,321
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,303
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$84,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$146M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare5
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Markleeville is $464,000, 65% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $506,683.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$464,000
65% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$506,683

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.3%

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-Occupied88.9%
Housing Units214
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Markleeville, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 10.9% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.9%
22% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Mental Health1:285
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death27,650/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access77.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
Markleeville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.9 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.9 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,321 ft (1,927 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates38.6840°N, 119.8227°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 37.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32.9%
D 64.9%

Winner: Democrat by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.0%
10% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+23.9%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants9
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.6%

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