Pixley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Pixley is a small town in California with a population of 3,796. Residents earn $70,574 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,796 Population 723/sq mi density
$70,574 Median Income $17,883 per capita
$220,000 Home Value $260,608 Zillow
$1,466 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,574 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$220,000 home value, $1,466/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,574
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,000
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,466
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,796
Median Age22.7 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,574
Per Capita$17,883
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,000
Rent$1,466
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,608

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+51.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is Pixley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pixley receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Pixley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pixley is $70,574, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pixley is $220,000, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,466 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pixley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Pixley has a population of 3,796 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 22.7 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (18.5%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

3,796
Total Population
723
People / sq mi
22.7yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pixley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only23.0%
71% below US avg
Spanish77.0%
475% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pixley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pixley is $70,574, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Pixley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,574
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,883
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pixley is $220,000, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,466 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,608.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,000
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,608

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,466
26% 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-Occupied48.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In Pixley, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate66.6%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Pixley has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.5 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density723/sq mi
Coordinates35.9768°N, 119.3002°W
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+51.9%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density723/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Work from Home3.3%

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