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Ocotillo, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Ocotillo is a small town in California with a population of 157. Residents earn $22,989 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
157 Population 18/sq mi density
$22,989 Median Income $12,499 per capita
$160,300 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$22,989 median income, 13.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$160,300 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,989
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,300
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
272% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.6%
260% higher than US avg

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

People

Population157
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans29.9%

Economy

F
Median Income$22,989
Per Capita$12,499
Unemployment13.4%
Poverty44.6%
County GDP$12,907M

Housing

C+
Home Value$160,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units225
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured16.4%
Smoking24.2%
Depression26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation425 ft (130 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+60.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
CommuteN/A
Broadband83.0%
Libraries12

Is Ocotillo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocotillo receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Ocotillo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ocotillo is $22,989, 69% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 44.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ocotillo is $160,300, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ocotillo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Ocotillo has a population of 157 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.7%).

Population

157
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocotillo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.0%
50% below US avg
Spanish61.0%
355% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ocotillo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocotillo is $22,989, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 44.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ocotillo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,989
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,499
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$50,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
272% above US avg
Poverty Rate44.6%
260% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,795
County GDP$12,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare322
Retail429
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ocotillo is $160,300, 43% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,300
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

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-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units225
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Ocotillo, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% of residents lack health insurance. 24.2% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD11.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.2%
73% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity35.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress24.2%
Physical Distress20.4%
Short Sleep43.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.2%
Uninsured16.4%
91% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,997
Dentists1:3,081
Mental Health1:487
Checkup Rate66.4%
Dental Visits40.3%
Premature Death8,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities322
Ocotillo has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation425 ft (130 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (23.0 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates32.7431°N, 116.0019°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+60.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities322
Restaurants280
Retail Stores429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

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