Orland, CA

California

Orland is a small city in California with a population of 8,252. Residents earn $64,531 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,252 Population 2,706/sq mi density
$64,531 Median Income $26,078 per capita
$320,700 Home Value $387,285 Zillow
$1,092 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
266 Violent Crime/100K 1,638 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$64,531 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$320,700 home value, $1,092/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
266 violent crimes/100K (30% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,531
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $320,700
14% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 266/100K
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,092
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,252
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density2,706/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,531
Per Capita$26,078
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$1,468M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$320,700
Rent$1,092
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$387,285

Crime

F
Violent266/100K
Property1,638/100K
Murder13.3/100K
Assault186/100K
Burglary386/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation250 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+75.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%
Commute20 min
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Orland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orland receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates. Orland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orland is $64,531, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orland is $320,700, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,092 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Orland is below the national average at 266 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,638 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Orland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Orland has a population of 8,252 with a density of 2,706 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

8,252
Total Population
2,706
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Orland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.6%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.4%
246% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Orland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orland is $64,531, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Orland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,531
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,078
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$60,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,327
County GDP$1,468M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare46
Retail71
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Orland is $320,700, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,092 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $387,285.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,700
14% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$387,285

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,092
6% 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-Occupied63.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,708
6% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Orland, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death9,723/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access69.6%
Healthcare Facilities46
Orland has a violent crime rate of 266 per 100,000 residents, 30% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,638 per 100,000 (16% below US avg). The murder rate is 13.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent266.3/100K
30% below US avg
Murder13.3/100K
111% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery66.6/100K
Assault186.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,637.6/100K
16% below US avg
Burglary386.1/100K
Theft985.2/100K
Vehicle Theft266.3/100K
Arson66.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Orland has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation250 ft (76 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density2,706/sq mi
Coordinates39.7461°N, 122.1855°W
County FIPS06021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+75.8%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,706/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants58
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home8.7%

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