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Mountain Gate, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Mountain Gate is a small town in California with a population of 763. Residents earn $26,655 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
763 Population 385/sq mi density
$26,655 Median Income $21,488 per capita
$144,900 Home Value
$1,433 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,655 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$144,900 home value, $1,433/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,655
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,900
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,433
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.3%
273% higher than US avg

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

People

Population763
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density385/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,655
Per Capita$21,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty46.3%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$144,900
Rent$1,433
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units450
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity29.8%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking15.0%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,134 ft (346 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute18 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries4

Is Mountain Gate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain Gate receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mountain Gate has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountain Gate is $26,655, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 46.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain Gate is $144,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,433 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain Gate enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Mountain Gate has a population of 763 with a density of 385 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

763
Total Population
385
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain Gate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain Gate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain Gate is $26,655, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 46.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Mountain Gate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,655
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,488
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate46.3%
273% above 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)
Effective Tax Rate3.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain Gate is $144,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,433 (23% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,900
49% below US avg
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$252
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,433
23% above US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

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-Occupied74.9%
Housing Units450
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate3.19%
In Mountain Gate, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mountain Gate vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Mountain Gate has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.0 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.0 inches
66% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,134 ft (346 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density385/sq mi
Coordinates40.7185°N, 122.3262°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density385/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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