Bachelor's+ 60.0%

78% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population64

Median Age54.4 yrs

Density79/mi²

Male / Female67% / 33%

Largest GroupWhite 42%

Veterans45.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per CapitaN/A

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$25,415M

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation7,241 ft (2,207 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+60.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+55.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%

CommuteN/A

Broadband35.0%

Libraries22

Is Ponderosa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponderosa receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ponderosa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Ponderosa is a highly educated community — 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ponderosa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Ponderosa has a population of 64 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (42.2%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

54.4yrs

Median Age

40% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.2%

Female 32.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponderosa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	64.0%
	18% below US avg
Spanish	36.0%
	169% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ponderosa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponderosa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Ponderosa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Avg Weekly Wage	$1,020
IRS Avg AGI	$58,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	14,758
County GDP	$25,415M

Business (County)

Restaurants	731
Healthcare	1,016
Retail	1,095
Manufacturing	237

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,287
	22% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ponderosa has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	62.5°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	7,241 ft (2,207 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density	79/sq mi
Coordinates	36.1047°N, 118.5319°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06107

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 60.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%

D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	60.0%
	78% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	55.0%
School Test Score	4.69

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	79/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	35.0%
Public Libraries	22
Healthcare Facilities	1,016
Restaurants	731
Retail Stores	1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	79
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Ponderosa, CA

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

People

Economy

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ponderosa a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ponderosa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ponderosa vs U.S. Average

Income: Ponderosa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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