Median Income $90,938

21% higher than US avg

Home Value $265,000

6% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.1%

82% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,235

6% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.5%

8% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.8%

21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population924

Median Age31.5 yrs

Density166/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 14%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+

Median Income$90,938

Per Capita$36,142

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty9.8%

County GDP$351,753M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$265,000

Rent$1,235

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$902,258

Housing Units343

Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity29.5%

Uninsured10.2%

Smoking13.5%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain15.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation398 ft (121 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.1%

High School+68.1%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%

Commute20 min

Broadband87.3%

EV Stations2

Libraries67

Is Pala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pala receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Pala offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pala is $90,938, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 9.8% 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 Pala is $265,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,235 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pala enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pala has a population of 924 with a density of 166 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (44%), with 13.7% White.

Population

924

Total Population

166

People / sq mi

31.5yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

5.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%

Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	60.0%
	24% below US avg
Spanish	40.0%
	199% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pala is $90,938, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$90,938
	21% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$36,142
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,565
IRS Avg AGI	$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.8%
	21% below US avg
Establishments (County)	148,394
County GDP	$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8,853
Healthcare	13,951
Retail	9,811
Manufacturing	4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$10,097
	188% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.4 min
Drive Alone	90.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pala is $265,000, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,235 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $902,258.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$265,000
	6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$902,258

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,235
	6% above US avg
Rent Burden	27.9%

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-Occupied	59.9%
Housing Units	343
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$10,097
	188% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.81%

In Pala, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.5%
	8% below US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	5.8%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.5%
	4% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	22.4%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	19.3%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	61.2%
Uninsured	10.2%
	19% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,004
Dentists	1:810
Mental Health	1:250
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	60.1%
Premature Death	5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	99.1%
Healthcare Facilities	13,951

Pala has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	65.1°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	57°F (14°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	15.3 inches
	60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	398 ft (121 m)
Area	5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density	166/sq mi
Coordinates	33.3639°N, 117.0678°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06059

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%

D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.1%
	82% below US avg
High School+	68.1%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	4.69

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	166/sq mi
Total Area	5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.3%
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	67
Healthcare Facilities	13,951
Restaurants	8,853
Retail Stores	9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	238
FEMA Disaster Declarations	364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.4 min
Drive Alone	90.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.1%

Pala, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Pala a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Pala vs U.S. Average

Income: Pala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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