Choose Country

Orick, CA

California

Orick is a small town in California with a population of 301. Residents earn $43,250 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
301 Population 63/sq mi density
$43,250 Median Income $47,175 per capita
$417,900 Home Value
$735 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$43,250 median income, 4.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$417,900 home value, $735/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,250
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $417,900
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,250
Per Capita$47,175
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute20 min

Housing

F
Home Value$417,900
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units183
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking11.5%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation24 ft (7 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Broadband71.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Orick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orick receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Orick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orick is $43,250, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orick is $417,900, 48% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Orick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Orick has a population of 301 with a density of 63 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.1%), with 20.6% Hispanic.

Population

301
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Orick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Orick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orick is $43,250, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Orick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,250
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,175
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$57,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)845
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare67
Retail59
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Orick is $417,900, 48% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,900
48% above US avg
Median List Price$495,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$495,000
$/Sq Ft$173
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

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-Occupied45.8%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.00%
In Orick, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.5%
18% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67
Orick has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.3 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates41.2902°N, 124.0703°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home28.0%

Nearby Cities

Westhaven-Moonstone, CA 1,374 pop · 17.6 mi McKinleyville, CA 17,152 pop · 23.4 mi Hoopa, CA 2,274 pop · 24.2 mi Arcata, CA 18,578 pop · 29.6 mi Bertsch-Oceanview, CA 2,197 pop · 32.3 mi Crescent City, CA 6,180 pop · 33.5 mi Eureka, CA 26,302 pop · 34.3 mi Myrtletown, CA 5,028 pop · 34.8 mi Cutten, CA 3,214 pop · 36.4 mi Bayview CDP (Humboldt County), CA 2,708 pop · 36.7 mi Pine Hills, CA 3,200 pop · 38.8 mi Humboldt Hill, CA 3,421 pop · 39.8 mi Fort Dick, CA 1,349 pop · 40.3 mi Smith River, CA 1,270 pop · 44.0 mi
Compare Orick with another city: