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Oak Run, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Oak Run is a small town in California with a population of 534. Residents earn $24,160 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
534 Population 177/sq mi density
$24,160 Median Income $13,561 per capita
$333,800 Home Value $376,887 Zillow
$578 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$24,160 median income, 14.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$333,800 home value, $578/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,160
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $333,800
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $578
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.7%
308% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 61.0%
392% higher than US avg

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

People

Population534
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$24,160
Per Capita$13,561
Unemployment14.7%
Poverty61.0%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute35 min

Housing

F
Home Value$333,800
Rent$578
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$376,887
Housing Units158
Rent Burden31.6%

Health

Obesity28.9%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking14.0%
Depression25.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,626 ft (496 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+77.3%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute35 min
Broadband96.8%
Libraries4

Is Oak Run a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Run receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oak Run faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Run is $24,160, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 61.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Run is $333,800, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $578 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 13.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Run enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Oak Run has a population of 534 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.1%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

534
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Run vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.4%
35% below US avg
Spanish48.6%
263% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Run vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Run is $24,160, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 61.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Oak Run vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,160
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,561
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.7%
308% above US avg
Poverty Rate61.0%
392% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Run is $333,800, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $578 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $376,887.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$333,800
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$376,887

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$578
50% below US avg
Rent Burden31.6%

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-Occupied76.4%
Housing Units158
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Oak Run, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oak Run vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Oak Run has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,626 ft (496 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates40.6942°N, 122.0250°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 96.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+77.3%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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