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Nicasio, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Nicasio is a small town in California with a population of 113. Residents earn $236,250 per year, which is 214% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
113 Population 86/sq mi density
$236,250 Median Income $134,950 per capita
$2,000,000 Home Value $1,721,309 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$236,250 median income, 4.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$2,000,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $236,250
214% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,000
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 81.9%
143% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.3%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$236,250
Per Capita$134,950
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$36,854M
Commute50 min

Housing

D
Home Value$2,000,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,721,309
Housing Units34
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity22.3%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking8.5%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+30.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute50 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries21

Is Nicasio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nicasio receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Nicasio offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nicasio is $236,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 214% above $75,149. This places Nicasio among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nicasio is $2,000,000, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Nicasio is a highly educated community — 81.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nicasio enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Nicasio has a population of 113 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

113
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Nicasio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nicasio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nicasio is $236,250, which is 214% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Nicasio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$236,250
214% above US avg
Per Capita Income$134,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,799
IRS Avg AGI$247,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,900
County GDP$36,854M

Business (County)

Restaurants708
Healthcare1,246
Retail938
Manufacturing193

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,587
402% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.1 min
Drive Alone55.1%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Nicasio is $2,000,000, 609% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,721,309.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,000
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,721,309

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied94.7%
Housing Units34
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,587
402% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Nicasio, 22.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.3%
31% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure24.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep29.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:671
Dentists1:803
Mental Health1:104
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits75.0%
Premature Death4,149/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access97.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Nicasio has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates38.0606°N, 122.7008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06041
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 81.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (143% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 63.9-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 16.7%
D 80.6%

Winner: Democrat by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+81.9%
143% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+30.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities1,246
Restaurants708
Retail Stores938

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.1 min
Drive Alone55.1%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home17.4%

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