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Nipinnawasee, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Nipinnawasee is a small town in California with a population of 482. Residents earn $74,488 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
482 Population 156/sq mi density
$74,488 Median Income $36,001 per capita
$345,700 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,488 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$345,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,488
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $345,700
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population482
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,488
Per Capita$36,001
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$8,846M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$345,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units183
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.4%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation2,896 ft (883 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+81.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute22 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries7

Is Nipinnawasee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nipinnawasee receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Nipinnawasee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nipinnawasee is $74,488, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nipinnawasee is $345,700, 23% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nipinnawasee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Nipinnawasee has a population of 482 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%).

Population

482
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Nipinnawasee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nipinnawasee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nipinnawasee is $74,488, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Nipinnawasee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,488
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,001
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,638
County GDP$8,846M

Business (County)

Restaurants241
Healthcare232
Retail338
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nipinnawasee is $345,700, 23% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$345,700
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Nipinnawasee, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.4%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities232
Nipinnawasee has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,896 ft (883 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates37.4031°N, 119.7293°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+81.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities232
Restaurants241
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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