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Peters, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Peters is a small town in California with a population of 702. Residents earn $96,786 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
702 Population 277/sq mi density
$96,786 Median Income $44,884 per capita
$697,400 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$96,786 median income, 3.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$697,400 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,786
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $697,400
147% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population702
Median Age55.3 yrs
Density277/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,786
Per Capita$44,884
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$46,521M
Commute27 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$697,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units149
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking12.7%
Depression23.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation110 ft (34 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+84.3%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute27 min
Broadband95.9%
Libraries19

Is Peters a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peters receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Peters offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peters is $96,786, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peters is $697,400, making it a premium housing market at 147% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Peters enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Peters has a population of 702 with a density of 277 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

702
Total Population
277
People / sq mi
55.3yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Peters vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peters vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peters is $96,786, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Peters vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,786
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,884
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$76,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)22,110
County GDP$46,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,335
Healthcare1,641
Retail1,637
Manufacturing527

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Peters is $697,400, 147% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$697,400
147% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units149
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
Effective Rate0.91%
In Peters, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,641
Peters has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation110 ft (34 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates37.9762°N, 121.0438°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin. 95.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.9%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+84.3%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density277/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.9%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,641
Restaurants1,335
Retail Stores1,637

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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