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Montgomery Creek, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Montgomery Creek is a small town in California with a population of 227. Residents earn $36,563 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
227 Population 69/sq mi density
$36,563 Median Income $44,412 per capita
49°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,563 median income, 8.5% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,563
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age64.0 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,563
Per Capita$44,412
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,708
Housing Units133
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity32.5%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking19.2%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,174 ft (663 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+18.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute33 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries4

Is Montgomery Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montgomery Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Montgomery Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montgomery Creek is $36,563, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Montgomery Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 44.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Montgomery Creek has a population of 227 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 64.0 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.7%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

227
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
64.0yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Montgomery Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.9%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.1%
102% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Montgomery Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montgomery Creek is $36,563, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Montgomery Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,563
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,412
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,708.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$284,708

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

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-Occupied81.1%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
In Montgomery Creek, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Montgomery Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits53.2%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Montgomery Creek has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall44.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,174 ft (663 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates40.8428°N, 121.9207°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+18.5%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home14.1%

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