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Philo, CA

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Philo is a small town in California with a population of 41. Residents earn $73,603 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
41 Population 20/sq mi density
$73,603 Median Income $76,451 per capita
60°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,603 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,603
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.4%
121% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age76.4 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female5% / 95%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans40.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,603
Per Capita$76,451
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,693M
Commute7 min

Health

Obesity29.8%
Uninsured14.2%
Smoking10.7%
Depression19.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation326 ft (99 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+28.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 61%
Commute7 min
Broadband39.0%
EV Stations5
Libraries7

Is Philo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Philo receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Philo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Philo is $73,603, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Philo is a highly educated community — 74.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Philo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Philo has a population of 41 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 76.4 years, 96% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

41
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
76.4yrs
Median Age
96% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 4.9%
Female 95.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Philo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only62.3%
21% below US avg
Spanish37.7%
181% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Philo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Philo is $73,603, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Philo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,603
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$76,451
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$67,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,522
County GDP$4,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants336
Healthcare265
Retail403
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Philo, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.2% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes11.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.9%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Uninsured14.2%
65% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,286
Dentists1:1,247
Mental Health1:152
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities265
Philo has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation326 ft (99 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates39.0658°N, 123.4451°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 74.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (121% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.8-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.5%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.4%
121% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+28.2%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants336
Retail Stores403

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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