Home Value $363,000

29% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 35.5%

5% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.2%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 50.8%

310% higher than US avg

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

People

Population423

Median Age20.0 yrs

Density134/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 25%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$17,202

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty50.8%

County GDP$331,868M

Commute66 min

Housing

Home Value$363,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$517,507

Housing Units82

Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity31.2%

Uninsured17.4%

Smoking11.3%

Depression21.1%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain16.1 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation2,423 ft (739 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.5%

High School+85.8%

Graduate+5.6%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 57%

Commute66 min

Broadband63.0%

Libraries88

Is Potrero a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potrero receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Potrero offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potrero is $363,000, 29% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Potrero enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Potrero has a population of 423 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 20.0 years, 49% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25.1%).

Population

423

Total Population

134

People / sq mi

20.0yrs

Median Age

49% below US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%

Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Potrero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Spanish	100.0%
	646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Potrero vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potrero is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes.

Income: Potrero vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$17,202
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,593
IRS Avg AGI	$104,353

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	50.8%
	310% above US avg
Establishments (County)	133,031
County GDP	$331,868M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8,243
Healthcare	11,184
Retail	9,270
Manufacturing	2,955

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$9,205
	163% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	65.7 min
Drive Alone	56.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Potrero is $363,000, 29% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $517,507.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$363,000
	29% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$517,507

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.6%

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	82
Median Year Built	1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$9,205
	163% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.54%

In Potrero, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.2%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	12.5%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	29.0%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	4.7%
Cancer	5.3%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.3%
	19% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.4%
Depression	21.1%
Mental Distress	17.7%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.3%
Uninsured	17.4%
	102% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,185
Dentists	1:1,013
Mental Health	1:190
Checkup Rate	70.6%
Dental Visits	57.0%
Premature Death	5,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	97.5%
Healthcare Facilities	11,184

Potrero has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	62.6°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	53°F (12°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	16.1 inches
	58% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,423 ft (739 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density	134/sq mi
Coordinates	32.6131°N, 116.6068°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06073

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 16.8-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40.2%

D 56.9%

Winner: Democrat by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.5%
	5% above US avg
High School+	85.8%
Graduate Degree+	5.6%
School Test Score	4.69

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	134/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	63.0%
Public Libraries	88
Healthcare Facilities	11,184
Restaurants	8,243
Retail Stores	9,270

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	272
FEMA Disaster Declarations	455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	65.7 min
Drive Alone	56.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Potrero, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Potrero a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Potrero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Potrero vs U.S. Average

Income: Potrero vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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