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Nicolaus, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Nicolaus is a small town in California with a population of 93. Residents earn $108,750 per year, which is 45% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
93 Population 30/sq mi density
$108,750 Median Income $55,817 per capita
$609,400 Home Value $524,597 Zillow
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$108,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$609,400 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,750
45% higher than US avg
Home Value $609,400
116% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,750
Per Capita$55,817
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute49 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$609,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$524,597
Housing Units61
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity29.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking13.9%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation32 ft (10 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+27.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute49 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries9

Is Nicolaus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nicolaus receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Nicolaus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nicolaus is $108,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 45% above $75,149. This places Nicolaus among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nicolaus is $609,400, making it a premium housing market at 116% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nicolaus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°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 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Nicolaus has a population of 93 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

93
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Nicolaus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nicolaus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nicolaus is $108,750, which is 45% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Nicolaus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,750
45% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,817
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,004
County GDP$20,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare466
Retail483
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Nicolaus is $609,400, 116% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $524,597.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$609,400
116% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$524,597

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.6%

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-Occupied91.4%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Nicolaus, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466
Nicolaus has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 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 (25°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation32 ft (10 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates38.8982°N, 121.5728°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.3-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.1%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+27.6%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

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