Rainbow, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rainbow is a small town in California with a population of 1,793. Residents earn $85,368 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,793 Population 162/sq mi density
$85,368 Median Income $42,819 per capita
$699,500 Home Value
$2,097 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,368 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$699,500 home value, $2,097/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,368
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $699,500
148% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,097
80% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.7%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,793
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density162/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,368
Per Capita$42,819
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute34 min

Housing

C
Home Value$699,500
Rent$2,097
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation1,271 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+83.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute34 min
Libraries67

Is Rainbow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rainbow receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rainbow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rainbow is $85,368, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rainbow is $699,500, making it a premium housing market at 148% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,097 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rainbow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rainbow has a population of 1,793 with a density of 162 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.6%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

1,793
Total Population
162
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rainbow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only59.2%
25% below US avg
Spanish40.8%
204% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rainbow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rainbow is $85,368, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Rainbow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,368
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,819
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Rainbow is $699,500, 148% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,097 (80% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$699,500
148% above US avg
Median List Price$929,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$929,900
$/Sq Ft$507
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.3%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,097
80% above US avg

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-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Rainbow, 25.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.7%
20% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

Crime Rates: Rainbow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Rainbow has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.3 inches
60% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.6 km²)
Population Density162/sq mi
Coordinates33.4099°N, 117.1394°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+83.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density162/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

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