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Poplar-Cotton Center, CA
Full City Profile · California · Kings County County
Poplar-Cotton Center, CA
At a Glance
How Poplar-Cotton Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Poplar-Cotton Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Poplar-Cotton Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Poplar-Cotton Center residents earn a median household income of $51,893 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,452. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,457 business establishments, including 218 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Poplar-Cotton Center is $209,100 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $323,742. Median rent is $977/month, with 25.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Poplar-Cotton Center reports 285 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,174/100K.
Education
4.7% of adults in Poplar-Cotton Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 53.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Poplar-Cotton Center has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 11.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.