North Edwards, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North Edwards is a small town in California with a population of 1,015. Residents earn $35,469 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,015 Population 80/sq mi density
$35,469 Median Income $22,370 per capita
$135,800 Home Value
$1,123 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$35,469 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$135,800 home value, $1,123/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,469
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,800
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,123
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,015
Median Age28.6 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,469
Per Capita$22,370
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,800
Rent$1,123
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Elevation2,384 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+89.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute38 min
EV Stations2
Libraries28

Is North Edwards a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Edwards receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. North Edwards offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Edwards is $35,469, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Edwards is $135,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,123 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Edwards enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

North Edwards has a population of 1,015 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.4%), with 6.2% Hispanic, 7.3% Black.

Population

1,015
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
28.6yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
12.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

North Edwards vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Edwards vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Edwards is $35,469, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: North Edwards vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,469
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,370
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in North Edwards is $135,800, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,123 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,800
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,123
3% below US avg

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-Occupied60.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate3.89%
In North Edwards, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Edwards vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.4%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838

Crime Rates: North Edwards vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

North Edwards has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,384 ft (727 m)
Area12.8 sq mi (33.0 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates35.0473°N, 117.8094°W
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area12.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Work from Home0.7%

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