Median Income
$74,190
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$389,500
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,101
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.3%
33% lower than US avg
How Pollock Pines Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,056
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density703/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans9.4%
Economy
A
Median Income$74,190
Per Capita$43,080
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute32 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$389,500
Rent$1,101
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$396,783
Rent Burden41.0%
Health
Obesity30.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Elevation3,869 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute32 min
Broadband88.8%
EV Stations5
Libraries7
Is Pollock Pines a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pollock Pines receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Pollock Pines offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pollock Pines is $74,190, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pollock Pines is $389,500, 38% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,101 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Pollock Pines experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches, including 58.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Pollock Pines has a population of 6,056 with a density of 703 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.
Population
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pollock Pines vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Pollock Pines vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pollock Pines is $74,190, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Pollock Pines vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,190 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,080 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,274 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $117,647 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,552 |
| County GDP | $11,555M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 513 |
| Healthcare | 495 |
| Retail | 520 |
| Manufacturing | 175 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,453 |
| 113% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 11.7% |
The median home value in Pollock Pines is $389,500, 38% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,101 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $396,783.
Home Values
| Census Median | $389,500 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $396,783 |
| Median List Price | $519,475 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $519,475 |
| $/Sq Ft | $226 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.8% |
| Price Drops | 18.8% |
| Inventory | 16 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,101 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 41.0% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,453 |
| 113% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.91% |
In Pollock Pines, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pollock Pines vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.7% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.0% |
| Depression | 26.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,327/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 495 |
Crime Rates: Pollock Pines vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 27 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Pollock Pines has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 54.5 inches |
| 43% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 58.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,869 ft (1,179 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 703/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7576°N, 120.5910°W |
| County FIPS | 06017 |