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Norris Canyon, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Norris Canyon is a small town in California with a population of 846. Residents earn $237,813 per year, which is 216% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
846 Population 234/sq mi density
$237,813 Median Income $94,542 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$237,813 median income, 3.1% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $237,813
216% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.4%
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.6%
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population846
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density234/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$237,813
Per Capita$94,542
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$182,539M
Commute40 min

Housing

D
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units355
Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity17.6%
Uninsured3.6%
Smoking5.9%
Depression14.9%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.4%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+41.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 75%
Commute40 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries50

Is Norris Canyon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norris Canyon receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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. Norris Canyon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norris Canyon is $237,813, which is significantly higher than the national average — 216% above $75,149. This places Norris Canyon among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norris Canyon is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Norris Canyon is a highly educated community — 70.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Norris Canyon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Norris Canyon has a population of 846 with a density of 234 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (15.1%).

Population

846
Total Population
234
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Norris Canyon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only30.8%
61% below US avg
Spanish69.2%
416% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Norris Canyon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norris Canyon is $237,813, which is 216% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Norris Canyon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$237,813
216% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,542
Avg Weekly Wage$1,885
IRS Avg AGI$140,099

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)73,285
County GDP$182,539M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,325
Healthcare5,301
Retail4,113
Manufacturing1,684

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,901
240% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.1 min
Drive Alone45.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Norris Canyon is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.5%

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 Units355
Median Year Built2005

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,901
240% above US avg
Effective Rate0.60%
In Norris Canyon, 17.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.6% of residents lack health insurance. 5.9% are current smokers. 14.9% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Norris Canyon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.6%
45% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure23.8%
Asthma7.3%
COPD2.4%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.9%
58% below US avg
Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression14.9%
Mental Distress12.3%
Physical Distress7.8%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured3.6%
58% below US avg
Primary Care1:893
Dentists1:962
Mental Health1:130
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits71.0%
Premature Death5,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.6%
Healthcare Facilities5,301
Norris Canyon has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density234/sq mi
Coordinates37.7458°N, 121.9881°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06001
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 70.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (109% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21%
D 74.6%

Winner: Democrat by 53.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.4%
109% above US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+41.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density234/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries50
Healthcare Facilities5,301
Restaurants4,325
Retail Stores4,113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)106

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.1 min
Drive Alone45.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.9%

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