Oakhurst, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Oakhurst is a small town in California with a population of 4,956. Residents earn $76,606 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
4,956 Population 148/sq mi density
$76,606 Median Income $43,965 per capita
$372,500 Home Value $430,143 Zillow
$1,300 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$76,606 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$372,500 home value, $1,300/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,606
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $372,500
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,956
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,606
Per Capita$43,965
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$8,846M
Commute26 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$372,500
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$430,143

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation2,988 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+90.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute26 min
EV Stations12
Libraries7

Is Oakhurst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakhurst receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Oakhurst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakhurst is $76,606, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakhurst is $372,500, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakhurst 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. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Oakhurst has a population of 4,956 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

4,956
Total Population
148
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
33.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakhurst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakhurst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakhurst is $76,606, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Oakhurst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,606
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,965
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$59,165

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakhurst is $372,500, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $430,143.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$372,500
32% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$430,143
Median List Price$439,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$439,900
$/Sq Ft$268
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops23.5%
Inventory34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above 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-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Oakhurst, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities232

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Oakhurst 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,988 ft (911 m)
Area33.5 sq mi (86.6 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates37.3414°N, 119.6262°W
County FIPS06039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density148/sq mi
Total Area33.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations12
Alt Fuel Stations16
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities232
Restaurants241
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)41
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home18.0%

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