Mather, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mather is a small town in California with a population of 4,729. Residents earn $140,941 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,729 Population 471/sq mi density
$140,941 Median Income $48,729 per capita
$573,800 Home Value $567,974 Zillow
$1,904 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$140,941 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$573,800 home value, $1,904/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $140,941
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $573,800
104% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.8%
15% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,904
64% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,729
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density471/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A+
Median Income$140,941
Per Capita$48,729
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$573,800
Rent$1,904
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$567,974

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Elevation106 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.8%
High School+94.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute24 min
EV Stations2
Libraries32

Is Mather a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mather receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mather stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mather is $140,941, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Mather among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mather is $573,800, making it a premium housing market at 104% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,904 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mather enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mather has a population of 4,729 with a density of 471 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.8%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

4,729
Total Population
471
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
10.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mather vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.0%
4% below US avg
Spanish25.0%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mather vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mather is $140,941, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Mather vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$140,941
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)73,284
County GDP$135,538M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,301
Healthcare4,098
Retail3,717
Manufacturing761

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mather is $573,800, 104% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,904 (64% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $567,974.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$573,800
104% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$567,974
Median List Price$780,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$780,000
$/Sq Ft$389
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,904
64% 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-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Mather, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities4,098

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Safety Score

Mather has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.2 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area10.0 sq mi (26.0 km²)
Population Density471/sq mi
Coordinates38.5484°N, 121.2838°W
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.8%
15% above US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density471/sq mi
Total Area10.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Restaurants3,301
Retail Stores3,717

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home24.7%

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