Oasis, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Oasis is a small town in California with a population of 4,455. Residents earn $36,553 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,455 Population 227/sq mi density
$36,553 Median Income $13,498 per capita
$35,600 Home Value
$846 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$36,553 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$35,600 home value, $846/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,553
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $35,600
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.3%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $846
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.3%
57% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.9%
181% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,455
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 8%

Economy

F
Median Income$36,553
Per Capita$13,498
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty34.9%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$35,600
Rent$846
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease10.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain3.1 in/yr
Elevation-144 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.3%
High School+25.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute27 min
Libraries60

Is Oasis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oasis receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oasis has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oasis is $36,553, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oasis is $35,600, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oasis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 3.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Oasis has a population of 4,455 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (7.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

4,455
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
19.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Oasis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only14.5%
82% below US avg
Spanish85.5%
538% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oasis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oasis is $36,553, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Oasis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,553
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,498
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$72,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.9%
181% above US avg
Establishments (County)86,446
County GDP$134,757M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,533
Healthcare5,585
Retail5,636
Manufacturing1,632

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate19.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Oasis is $35,600, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,600
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$846
27% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate19.25%
In Oasis, 50.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 55.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.3%
57% above US avg
Diabetes23.6%
Heart Disease10.7%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD10.8%
Stroke6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity55.5%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress27.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death7,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,585

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disasters910

Safety Score

Oasis has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 93°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average74.7°F
38% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average93°F (34°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.1 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-144 ft (-44 m)
Area19.6 sq mi (50.9 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates33.5275°N, 116.1261°W
County FIPS06065
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.3%
96% below US avg
High School+25.6%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area19.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Restaurants4,533
Retail Stores5,636

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disaster Declarations910

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home4.9%

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