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Monmouth, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Monmouth is a small town in California with a population of 168. Residents earn $40,673 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 542/sq mi density
$40,673 Median Income $10,960 per capita
$113,500 Home Value
$1,391 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$40,673 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,500 home value, $1,391/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,673
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,391
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.3%
144% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age24.3 yrs
Density542/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,673
Per Capita$10,960
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty30.3%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,500
Rent$1,391
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured15.5%
Smoking14.1%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation278 ft (85 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+69.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute28 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries41

Is Monmouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monmouth receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Monmouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monmouth is $40,673, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monmouth is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,391 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Monmouth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Monmouth has a population of 168 with a density of 542 people per square mile. The median age is 24.3 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.4%), with 6% Hispanic, 22.6% Black.

Population

168
Total Population
542
People / sq mi
24.3yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Monmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only27.2%
65% below US avg
Spanish72.8%
443% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Monmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monmouth is $40,673, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Monmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,673
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,960
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.3%
144% above 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 Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Monmouth is $113,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,391 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,391
20% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied54.1%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Monmouth, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured15.5%
80% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,480
Dentists1:1,562
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Monmouth has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation278 ft (85 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density542/sq mi
Coordinates36.5656°N, 119.7405°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 37.0% 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+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+69.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density542/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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