Home Value $242,900

14% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.1%

37% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,259

8% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.7%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 5.7%

58% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 26.2%

111% higher than US avg

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

People

Population253

Median Age36.3 yrs

Density460/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 68%

Veterans4.2%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$23,099

Unemployment5.7%

Poverty26.2%

County GDP$1,468M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$242,900

Rent$1,259

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units80

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity31.7%

Uninsured10.3%

Smoking16.9%

Depression27.6%

Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain21.4 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation267 ft (81 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.1%

High School+98.0%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 31%

Commute25 min

Broadband95.0%

Libraries4

Is Richfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richfield receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Richfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richfield is $242,900, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,259 per month.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Richfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Richfield has a population of 253 with a density of 460 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%).

Population

253

Total Population

460

People / sq mi

36.3yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%

Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Richfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.6%
	22% above US avg
Spanish	4.4%
	67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Richfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Richfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$23,099
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,040
IRS Avg AGI	$60,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.7%
	58% above US avg
Poverty Rate	26.2%
	111% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,327
County GDP	$1,468M

Business (County)

Restaurants	58
Healthcare	46
Retail	71
Manufacturing	24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,708
	6% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.9 min
Drive Alone	71.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Richfield is $242,900, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,259 (8% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$242,900
	14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,259
	8% above US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

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-Occupied	54.7%
Housing Units	80
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,708
	6% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.53%

In Richfield, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.7%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	6.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.5%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	7.8%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.9%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	26.3%
Depression	27.6%
Mental Distress	22.0%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%
Uninsured	10.3%
	20% above US avg
Primary Care	1:5,761
Dentists	1:1,134
Mental Health	1:502
Checkup Rate	69.2%
Dental Visits	59.3%
Premature Death	9,723/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	69.6%
Healthcare Facilities	46

Richfield has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	62.5°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	47°F (9°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	21.4 inches
	44% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	267 ft (81 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density	460/sq mi
Coordinates	39.9738°N, 122.1732°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06021

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.9-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%

D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.1%
	37% below US avg
High School+	98.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	4.69

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	460/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	46
Restaurants	58
Retail Stores	71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.9 min
Drive Alone	71.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.6%

Richfield, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Richfield a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Richfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Richfield vs U.S. Average

Income: Richfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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