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Midpines, CA

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Midpines is a small town in California with a population of 177. Residents earn $65,074 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
177 Population 41/sq mi density
$65,074 Median Income $54,495 per capita
$385,700 Home Value $368,972 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,074 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$385,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,074
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $385,700
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.9%
78% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age73.1 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,074
Per Capita$54,495
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,036M
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$385,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$368,972
Housing Units199
Rent Burden34.3%

Health

Obesity30.9%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking12.8%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation2,572 ft (784 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.9%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+30.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute21 min
Broadband65.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Midpines a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midpines receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Midpines stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midpines is $65,074, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midpines is $385,700, 37% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Midpines is a highly educated community — 59.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Midpines experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Midpines has a population of 177 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 73.1 years, 88% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

177
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
73.1yrs
Median Age
88% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%
Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Midpines vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midpines vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midpines is $65,074, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Midpines vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,074
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,495
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$66,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)643
County GDP$1,036M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare37
Retail38
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midpines is $385,700, 37% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $368,972.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$385,700
37% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$368,972

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.3%

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-Occupied70.5%
Housing Units199
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Midpines, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,287
Dentists1:1,891
Mental Health1:297
Checkup Rate69.8%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death9,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities37
Midpines has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,572 ft (784 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates37.5534°N, 119.9288°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 59.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 65.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.9%
78% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+30.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants53
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

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