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Matheny, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Matheny is a small town in California with a population of 628. Residents earn $68,269 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
628 Population 1,460/sq mi density
$68,269 Median Income $34,401 per capita
$167,000 Home Value
$1,250 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,269 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,000 home value, $1,250/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,269
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population628
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,460/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 21%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,269
Per Capita$34,401
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,000
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units278
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured22.2%
Smoking13.9%
Depression20.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation251 ft (77 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+54.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute20 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries7

Is Matheny a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matheny receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Matheny offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matheny is $68,269, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Matheny is $167,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Matheny enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Matheny has a population of 628 with a density of 1,460 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (20.9%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

628
Total Population
1,460
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Matheny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.9%
58% below US avg
Spanish67.1%
401% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Matheny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matheny is $68,269, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Matheny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,269
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,401
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Matheny is $167,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,000
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden25.5%

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-Occupied53.4%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Matheny, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.7%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Uninsured22.2%
158% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,692
Dentists1:1,577
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate66.6%
Dental Visits53.5%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
Matheny has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation251 ft (77 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,460/sq mi
Coordinates36.1706°N, 119.3516°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+54.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,460/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone96.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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