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Pine Flat, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Pine Flat is a small town in California with a population of 205. Residents earn $58,095 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
205 Population 205/sq mi density
$58,095 Median Income $26,417 per capita
$231,600 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$58,095 median income, 17.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$231,600 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,095
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $231,600
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.2%
378% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans17.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,095
Per Capita$26,417
Unemployment17.2%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$231,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units251
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking17.0%
Depression26.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain19.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,983 ft (1,214 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+82.2%
Graduate+12.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries28

Is Pine Flat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Flat receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pine Flat offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Flat is $58,095, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.2%, unemployment is notably high. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Flat is $231,600, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Flat experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.4 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pine Flat has a population of 205 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 13.2% Hispanic.

Population

205
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Flat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Flat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Flat is $58,095, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Pine Flat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,095
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,417
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.2%
378% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone56.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Flat is $231,600, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,600
18% below US avg
Median List Price$185,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$185,000
$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.4%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied71.9%
Housing Units251
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Pine Flat, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine Flat vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,090
Dentists1:1,901
Mental Health1:393
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Pine Flat has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.4 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,983 ft (1,214 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates35.8754°N, 118.6438°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+82.2%
Graduate Degree+12.7%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone56.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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