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McCloud, CA

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McCloud is a small town in California with a population of 871. Residents earn $39,519 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
871 Population 360/sq mi density
$39,519 Median Income $34,898 per capita
$310,000 Home Value $284,244 Zillow
$980 Median Rent 28.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,519 median income, 3.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$310,000 home value, $980/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,519
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $310,000
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population871
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,519
Per Capita$34,898
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute19 min

Housing

C
Home Value$310,000
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,244
Housing Units640
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.1%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation3,254 ft (992 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries9

Is McCloud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCloud receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. McCloud has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCloud is $39,519, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCloud is $310,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McCloud experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

McCloud has a population of 871 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 8.6% Hispanic.

Population

871
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

McCloud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McCloud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCloud is $39,519, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: McCloud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,519
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,898
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,836
County GDP$2,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare108
Retail156
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in McCloud is $310,000, 10% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,244.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$310,000
10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,244

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg
Rent Burden28.7%

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-Occupied74.3%
Housing Units640
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In McCloud, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
McCloud has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,254 ft (992 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates41.2547°N, 122.1362°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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