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McKittrick, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

McKittrick is a small town in California with a population of 62. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
62 Population 24/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $23,637 per capita
$583 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$583/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $583
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.1%
280% higher than US avg

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

People

Population62
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$23,637
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty47.1%
County GDP$24,505M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$583
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units52
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured15.0%
Smoking18.6%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,155 ft (352 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+80.0%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 54%
Commute12 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries17

Is McKittrick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McKittrick receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. McKittrick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKittrick is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 47.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McKittrick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

McKittrick has a population of 62 with a density of 24 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%), with 19.4% Hispanic.

Population

62
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.7%
Female 61.3%

Race & Ethnicity

McKittrick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McKittrick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKittrick is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 47.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: McKittrick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,637
Avg Weekly Wage$1,179
IRS Avg AGI$98,019

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate47.1%
280% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,662
County GDP$24,505M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,072
Healthcare1,220
Retail1,084
Manufacturing473

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone29.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $583 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$583
50% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

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-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,639
118% above US avg
In McKittrick, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress17.6%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured15.0%
74% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,205
Dentists1:1,097
Mental Health1:136
Checkup Rate70.6%
Dental Visits49.8%
Premature Death6,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,220
McKittrick has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.0 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,155 ft (352 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates35.2980°N, 119.6249°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06079
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.9-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.1%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+80.0%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,220
Restaurants1,072
Retail Stores1,084

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone29.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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