Pine Grove, CA

California

Pine Grove is a small town in California with a population of 3,310. Residents earn $70,675 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,310 Population 443/sq mi density
$70,675 Median Income $48,794 per capita
$375,100 Home Value $399,450 Zillow
$1,167 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$70,675 median income, 6.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$375,100 home value, $1,167/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,675
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $375,100
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,310
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density443/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,675
Per Capita$48,794
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,112M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$375,100
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$399,450

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Elevation2,697 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+93.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute30 min
Libraries5

Is Pine Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pine Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Grove is $70,675, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Grove is $375,100, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pine Grove has a population of 3,310 with a density of 443 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

3,310
Total Population
443
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Grove is $70,675, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pine Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,675
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$79,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,348
County GDP$2,112M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare107
Retail126
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Grove is $375,100, 33% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $399,450.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$375,100
33% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$399,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,167
0% below 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-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Pine Grove, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death7,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities107

Crime Rates: Pine Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pine Grove has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,697 ft (822 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²)
Population Density443/sq mi
Coordinates38.4030°N, 120.6571°W
County FIPS06005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density443/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants101
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

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