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New Cuyama, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

New Cuyama is a small town in California with a population of 542. Residents earn $58,158 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
542 Population 860/sq mi density
$58,158 Median Income $24,426 per capita
$192,300 Home Value $271,255 Zillow
$988 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,158 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$192,300 home value, $988/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,158
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,300
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population542
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density860/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,158
Per Capita$24,426
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$69,606M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,300
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,255
Housing Units307
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity29.9%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking12.0%
Depression21.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,175 ft (663 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+76.8%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries24

Is New Cuyama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Cuyama receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. New Cuyama offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Cuyama is $58,158, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Cuyama is $192,300, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

New Cuyama enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

New Cuyama has a population of 542 with a density of 860 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.7%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

542
Total Population
860
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

New Cuyama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.4%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.6%
166% above US avg

Social Characteristics

New Cuyama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Cuyama is $58,158, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: New Cuyama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,158
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,426
Avg Weekly Wage$1,356
IRS Avg AGI$102,674

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)31,435
County GDP$69,606M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,758
Healthcare3,115
Retail2,556
Manufacturing867

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,383
140% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Cuyama is $192,300, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,300
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

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-Occupied95.3%
Housing Units307
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,383
140% above US avg
Effective Rate4.36%
In New Cuyama, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Cuyama vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.5%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,115
New Cuyama has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.4 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) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.4 inches
81% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,175 ft (663 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density860/sq mi
Coordinates34.9431°N, 119.6820°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06111
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.1-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%
D 56.1%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+76.8%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density860/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities3,115
Restaurants1,758
Retail Stores2,556

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)51
FEMA Disaster Declarations637

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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