Choose Country

Rackerby, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rackerby is a small town in California with a population of 106. Residents earn $51,719 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
106 Population 36/sq mi density
$51,719 Median Income $28,321 per capita
$387,500 Home Value
$1,338 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,719 median income, 5.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$387,500 home value, $1,338/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,719
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $387,500
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,338
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,719
Per Capita$28,321
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$4,508M
Commute29 min

Housing

C
Home Value$387,500
Rent$1,338
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units106
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity31.3%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking16.3%
Depression26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,182 ft (360 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute29 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries1

Is Rackerby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rackerby receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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, below-average incomes. Rackerby has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rackerby is $51,719, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rackerby is $387,500, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,338 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rackerby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rackerby has a population of 106 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 9.4% Hispanic.

Population

106
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.2%
Female 36.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rackerby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rackerby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rackerby is $51,719, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Rackerby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,719
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,321
Avg Weekly Wage$1,287
IRS Avg AGI$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,146
County GDP$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare86
Retail134
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone55.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rackerby is $387,500, 37% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,338 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$387,500
37% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,338
15% above US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

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-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Rackerby, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.9%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,907
Dentists1:3,372
Mental Health1:384
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities86
Rackerby has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,182 ft (360 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates39.4261°N, 121.3542°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants95
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone55.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Nearby Cities

Loma Rica, CA 2,371 pop · 7.8 mi Oroville East, CA 7,369 pop · 8.3 mi Palermo, CA 5,440 pop · 9.0 mi Kelly Ridge, CA 3,010 pop · 9.3 mi South Oroville, CA 2,811 pop · 10.7 mi Oroville, CA 19,855 pop · 12.0 mi Thermalito, CA 6,645 pop · 14.4 mi Lake Wildwood, CA 4,967 pop · 15.7 mi Penn Valley, CA 1,197 pop · 18.1 mi Gridley, CA 7,372 pop · 18.8 mi Biggs, CA 2,254 pop · 19.2 mi Nevada City, CA 3,168 pop · 20.6 mi Grass Valley, CA 14,126 pop · 21.5 mi Beale AFB, CA 1,174 pop · 22.0 mi
Compare Rackerby with another city: