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Proberta, CA

California

Proberta is a small town in California with a population of 475. Residents earn $36,926 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
475 Population 332/sq mi density
$36,926 Median Income $15,565 per capita
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$36,926 median income, 6.3% unemployment
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,926
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.1%
312% higher than US avg

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

People

Population475
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$36,926
Per Capita$15,565
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty51.1%
County GDP$2,870M
Commute19 min

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured14.0%
Smoking15.4%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+38.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries3

Is Proberta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Proberta receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Proberta has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Proberta is $36,926, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 51.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Proberta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Proberta has a population of 475 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.2%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

475
Total Population
332
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.8%
Female 32.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Proberta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Proberta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Proberta is $36,926, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 51.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Proberta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,926
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,565
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$61,286

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate51.1%
312% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,295
County GDP$2,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants114
Healthcare133
Retail157
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,827
9% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.7%

Walkability

In Proberta, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured14.0%
63% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,871
Dentists1:1,591
Mental Health1:430
Checkup Rate68.7%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death11,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities133
Proberta has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.1 inches
39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density332/sq mi
Coordinates40.0762°N, 122.1776°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+38.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density332/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants114
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.7%

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