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Mineral, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mineral is a small town in California with a population of 107. Residents earn $85,455 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
107 Population 2/sq mi density
$85,455 Median Income $47,984 per capita
$196,300 Home Value
$1,052 Median Rent 12.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,455 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,300 home value, $1,052/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,455
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $196,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.2%
64% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,052
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population107
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,455
Per Capita$47,984
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,300
Rent$1,052
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units344
Rent Burden12.8%

Health

Obesity31.3%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking15.6%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation6,591 ft (2,009 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute13 min
Broadband60.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Mineral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mineral receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Mineral stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mineral is $85,455, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mineral is $196,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Mineral is a highly educated community — 55.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mineral experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mineral has a population of 107 with a density of 2 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

107
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
44.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.4%
Female 34.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mineral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mineral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mineral is $85,455, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Mineral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,455
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,984
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Drive Alone24.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mineral is $196,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,300
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,052
10% below US avg
Rent Burden12.8%

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-Occupied18.3%
Housing Units344
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Mineral, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate68.8%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Mineral has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,591 ft (2,009 m)
Area44.3 sq mi (114.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates40.4027°N, 121.5508°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 55.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.2%
64% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area44.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Drive Alone24.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.7%

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