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Mettler, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mettler is a small town in California with a population of 137. Residents earn $87,875 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
137 Population 596/sq mi density
$87,875 Median Income $21,631 per capita
$228,100 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$87,875 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$228,100 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,875
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $228,100
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.6%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$87,875
Per Capita$21,631
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty25.6%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units52
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured21.2%
Smoking14.5%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation533 ft (162 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+55.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute17 min
Broadband39.0%
EV Stations5
Libraries28

Is Mettler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mettler receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Mettler stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mettler is $87,875, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mettler is $228,100, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mettler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mettler has a population of 137 with a density of 596 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (20.4%).

Population

137
Total Population
596
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mettler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only11.7%
85% below US avg
Spanish88.3%
559% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mettler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mettler is $87,875, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Mettler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,875
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,631
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.6%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone94.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mettler is $228,100, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,100
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Mettler, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Uninsured21.2%
147% above US avg
Checkup Rate66.3%
Dental Visits47.2%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Mettler has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
83% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation533 ft (162 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates35.0636°N, 118.9730°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+55.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density596/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone94.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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