Phoenix Lake, CA

California

Phoenix Lake is a small town in California with a population of 4,505. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,505 Population 407/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $51,532 per capita
$455,000 Home Value
$1,724 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 2.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$455,000 home value, $1,724/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $455,000
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,724
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,505
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density407/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$51,532
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$2,074M
Commute32 min

Housing

B
Home Value$455,000
Rent$1,724
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Elevation2,476 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+92.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute32 min
Libraries9

Is Phoenix Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Phoenix Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Phoenix Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Phoenix Lake is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Phoenix Lake is $455,000, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,724 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Phoenix Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Phoenix Lake has a population of 4,505 with a density of 407 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

4,505
Total Population
407
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Phoenix Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Phoenix Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phoenix Lake is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Phoenix Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,532
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$79,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,514
County GDP$2,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare90
Retail136
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Phoenix Lake is $455,000, 61% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,724 (48% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$455,000
61% above US avg
Median List Price$529,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$529,500
$/Sq Ft$272
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,724
48% above 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-Occupied87.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Phoenix Lake, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Phoenix Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death7,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities90

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Phoenix Lake has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,476 ft (755 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density407/sq mi
Coordinates38.0113°N, 120.3090°W
County FIPS06009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.8%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density407/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants118
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home17.0%

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