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Monson, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Monson is a small town in California with a population of 204. Residents earn $61,063 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
204 Population 1,020/sq mi density
$61,063 Median Income $19,816 per capita
$1,477 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$1,477/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,063
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,477
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density1,020/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,063
Per Capita$19,816
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute19 min

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,477
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units47
Rent Burden19.8%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured26.6%
Smoking19.1%
Depression25.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation323 ft (98 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute19 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries41

Is Monson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Monson receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Monson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monson is $61,063, 19% 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 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,477 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Monson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Monson has a population of 204 with a density of 1,020 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (10.3%).

Population

204
Total Population
1,020
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.1%
Female 27.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Monson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.0%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.0%
228% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Monson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monson is $61,063, which is 19% 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 19 minutes.

Income: Monson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,063
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,816
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,477 (27% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,477
27% above US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

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-Occupied37.3%
Housing Units47
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
In Monson, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 45.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes18.5%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.1%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity45.5%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress22.4%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured26.6%
209% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,480
Dentists1:1,562
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate68.9%
Dental Visits43.1%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Monson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation323 ft (98 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,020/sq mi
Coordinates36.4924°N, 119.3361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 67.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+65.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,020/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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