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Minkler, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Minkler is a small town in California with a population of 872. Residents earn $63,947 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
872 Population 149/sq mi density
$63,947 Median Income $38,981 per capita
$577,600 Home Value
$790 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,947 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$577,600 home value, $790/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,947
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $577,600
105% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population872
Median Age51.1 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans14.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,947
Per Capita$38,981
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute34 min

Housing

D
Home Value$577,600
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units428
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking12.8%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation396 ft (121 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute34 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries41

Is Minkler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minkler receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Minkler has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minkler is $63,947, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minkler is $577,600, making it a premium housing market at 105% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Minkler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Minkler has a population of 872 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%).

Population

872
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
51.1yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.1%
Female 61.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Minkler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minkler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minkler is $63,947, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Minkler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,947
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,981
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Minkler is $577,600, 105% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$577,600
105% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg
Rent Burden31.0%

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-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units428
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate0.96%
In Minkler, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Minkler has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation396 ft (121 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates36.7276°N, 119.4589°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.6%

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