Muscoy, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Muscoy is a small city in California with a population of 11,402. Residents earn $57,726 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
11,402 Population 3,751/sq mi density
$57,726 Median Income $21,271 per capita
$379,200 Home Value $443,916 Zillow
$1,766 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$57,726 median income, 3.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$379,200 home value, $1,766/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,726
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $379,200
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,766
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population11,402
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density3,751/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,726
Per Capita$21,271
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute28 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$379,200
Rent$1,766
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$443,916

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation1,406 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+52.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute28 min
Libraries67

Is Muscoy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muscoy receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Muscoy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muscoy is $57,726, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% 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 Muscoy is $379,200, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,766 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Muscoy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 22.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Muscoy has a population of 11,402 with a density of 3,751 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

11,402
Total Population
3,751
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Muscoy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only15.5%
80% below US avg
Spanish84.5%
531% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Muscoy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muscoy is $57,726, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Muscoy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,726
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,271
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above 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
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Muscoy is $379,200, 35% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,766 (52% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $443,916.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$379,200
35% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$443,916
Median List Price$735,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$735,000
$/Sq Ft$460
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,766
52% above US avg

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-Occupied51.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Muscoy, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 38.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity38.8%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress19.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.5%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

Crime Rates: Muscoy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Muscoy has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall22.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,406 ft (429 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density3,751/sq mi
Coordinates34.1552°N, 117.3477°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+52.4%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,751/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home4.6%

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