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Raisin City, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Raisin City is a small town in California with a population of 248. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
248 Population 326/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $19,335 per capita
$189,400 Home Value
$1,625 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 33.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$189,400 home value, $1,625/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,400
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,625
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 33.5%
831% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density326/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 21%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$19,335
Unemployment33.5%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,400
Rent$1,625
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity44.4%
Uninsured27.1%
Smoking16.5%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+50.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute26 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries41

Is Raisin City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raisin City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Raisin City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raisin City is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 33.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raisin City is $189,400, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,625 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Raisin City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Raisin City has a population of 248 with a density of 326 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (20.6%).

Population

248
Total Population
326
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Raisin City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only12.9%
84% below US avg
Spanish87.1%
550% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Raisin City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raisin City is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 33.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Raisin City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,335
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment33.5%
831% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Raisin City is $189,400, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,625 (40% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,400
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,625
40% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Raisin City, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 43.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Raisin City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.3%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity43.5%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress19.9%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured27.1%
215% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,480
Dentists1:1,562
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits41.5%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Raisin City has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.7°F
24% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density326/sq mi
Coordinates36.6033°N, 119.9092°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+50.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density326/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

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