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Modjeska, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Modjeska is a small town in California with a population of 696. Residents earn $131,750 per year, which is 75% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
696 Population 348/sq mi density
$131,750 Median Income $63,473 per capita
$997,100 Home Value
$2,167 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$131,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$997,100 home value, $2,167/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $131,750
75% higher than US avg
Home Value $997,100
254% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.2%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,167
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population696
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density348/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$131,750
Per Capita$63,473
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute31 min

Housing

C
Home Value$997,100
Rent$2,167
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units239
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity24.6%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking9.2%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,314 ft (401 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.2%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries67

Is Modjeska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Modjeska receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Modjeska stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Modjeska is $131,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 75% above $75,149. This places Modjeska among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Modjeska is $997,100, making it a premium housing market at 254% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,167 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Modjeska is a highly educated community — 54.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Modjeska enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Modjeska has a population of 696 with a density of 348 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%).

Population

696
Total Population
348
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Modjeska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Modjeska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Modjeska is $131,750, which is 75% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Modjeska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$131,750
75% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,473
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home24.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Modjeska is $997,100, 254% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,167 (86% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$997,100
254% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,167
86% above US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied91.0%
Housing Units239
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.01%
In Modjeska, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 9.2% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.2%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,004
Dentists1:810
Mental Health1:250
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits69.8%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Modjeska has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.1 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,314 ft (401 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density348/sq mi
Coordinates33.7091°N, 117.6297°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 54.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.2%
61% above US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+13.2%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density348/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home24.8%

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