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Onyx, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Onyx is a small town in California with a population of 574. Residents earn $27,462 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
574 Population 50/sq mi density
$27,462 Median Income $18,088 per capita
$174,300 Home Value $239,227 Zillow
61°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$27,462 median income, 7.3% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$174,300 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,462
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $174,300
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
168% higher than US avg

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

People

Population574
Median Age56.1 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$27,462
Per Capita$18,088
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute21 min

Housing

B
Home Value$174,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,227
Housing Units408
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation3,685 ft (1,123 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute21 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries28

Is Onyx a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onyx receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Onyx has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onyx is $27,462, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Onyx is $174,300, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Onyx enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Onyx has a population of 574 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.3%), with 17.4% Hispanic.

Population

574
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
56.1yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
11.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.3%
Female 65.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Onyx vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.7%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.3%
14% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Onyx vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onyx is $27,462, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Onyx vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,462
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,088
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
168% 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
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone34.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Onyx is $174,300, 38% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,227.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,300
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,227

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied81.1%
Housing Units408
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Onyx, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Onyx has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,685 ft (1,123 m)
Area11.5 sq mi (29.7 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates35.6702°N, 118.2272°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area11.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone34.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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