Home Value $288,000

2% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.9%

77% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.9%

4% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

33% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 36.5%

194% higher than US avg

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

People

Population390

Median Age41.9 yrs

Density390/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 28%

Veterans5.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$14,137

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty36.5%

County GDP$11,870M

Commute7 min

Housing

Home Value$288,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$289,634

Housing Units171

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity30.9%

Uninsured11.8%

Smoking12.9%

Depression22.6%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain19.3 in/yr

Sunny Days316/yr

Elevation3,314 ft (1,010 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.9%

High School+97.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%

Commute7 min

Broadband91.7%

Libraries4

Is McArthur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McArthur receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. McArthur faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 36.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McArthur is $288,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McArthur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

McArthur has a population of 390 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (28.2%), with 11.8% Hispanic.

Population

390

Total Population

390

People / sq mi

41.9yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%

Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McArthur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	80.5%
	3% above US avg
Spanish	19.5%
	46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McArthur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McArthur is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: McArthur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$14,137
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,141
IRS Avg AGI	$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	33% above US avg
Poverty Rate	36.5%
	194% above US avg
Establishments (County)	8,748
County GDP	$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants	430
Healthcare	667
Retail	615
Manufacturing	133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,628
	32% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	7.2 min
Drive Alone	83.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McArthur is $288,000, 2% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,634.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$288,000
	2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$289,634

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.7%

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-Occupied	75.7%
Housing Units	171
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,628
	32% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.61%

In McArthur, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.9%
	4% below US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	6.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.9%
	8% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	23.2%
Depression	22.6%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.6%
Uninsured	11.8%
	37% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,283
Dentists	1:1,256
Mental Health	1:186
Checkup Rate	69.7%
Dental Visits	60.7%
Premature Death	10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	79.3%
Healthcare Facilities	667

McArthur has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	50.5°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	35°F (2°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	19.3 inches
	49% below US avg
Snowfall	10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,314 ft (1,010 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	390/sq mi
Coordinates	41.0420°N, 121.4052°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06089

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%

D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.9%
	77% below US avg
High School+	97.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	390/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.7%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	667
Restaurants	430
Retail Stores	615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	30
FEMA Disaster Declarations	546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	7.2 min
Drive Alone	83.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

McArthur, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is McArthur a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

McArthur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

McArthur vs U.S. Average

Income: McArthur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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