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Randsburg, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Randsburg is a small town in California with a population of 102.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
102 Population 53/sq mi density
$9,999 Home Value
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population102
Median Age70.9 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,943
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden33.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute37 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries28

Is Randsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Randsburg receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Randsburg faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Randsburg is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Randsburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°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 6.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Randsburg has a population of 102 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 70.9 years, 82% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

102
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
70.9yrs
Median Age
82% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Randsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Randsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Randsburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Randsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,943
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate52.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone34.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home65.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Randsburg is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate52.86%
Randsburg has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.7 inches
82% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,488 ft (1,063 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates35.3687°N, 117.6603°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density53/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone34.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home65.6%

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