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Martell, CA

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Martell is a small town in California with a population of 193. Residents earn $156,094 per year, which is 108% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
193 Population 88/sq mi density
$156,094 Median Income $22,974 per capita
61°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$156,094 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $156,094
108% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$156,094
Per Capita$22,974
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$2,112M
Commute18 min

Health

Obesity28.9%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking12.2%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,508 ft (460 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+43.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute18 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries5

Is Martell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martell receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Martell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martell is $156,094, which is significantly higher than the national average — 108% above $75,149. This places Martell among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Martell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Martell has a population of 193 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.2%).

Population

193
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Martell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only62.9%
20% below US avg
Spanish37.1%
177% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Martell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martell is $156,094, which is 108% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Martell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$156,094
108% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,974
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$79,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,348
County GDP$2,112M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare107
Retail126
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone59.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

In Martell, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,172
Dentists1:1,593
Mental Health1:329
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death7,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities107
Martell has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,508 ft (460 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates38.3673°N, 120.8072°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+43.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants101
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone59.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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