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Rio Oso, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rio Oso is a small town in California with a population of 421. Residents earn $172,500 per year, which is 130% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
421 Population 65/sq mi density
$172,500 Median Income $45,688 per capita
$478,800 Home Value $618,817 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$172,500 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$478,800 home value, $1,375/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $172,500
130% higher than US avg
Home Value $478,800
70% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population421
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$172,500
Per Capita$45,688
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$478,800
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$618,817
Housing Units131
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking13.7%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation44 ft (13 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+9.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries9

Is Rio Oso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rio Oso receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Rio Oso stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rio Oso is $172,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 130% above $75,149. This places Rio Oso among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rio Oso is $478,800, making it a premium housing market at 70% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rio Oso enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rio Oso has a population of 421 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.7%), with 6.9% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

421
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rio Oso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rio Oso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rio Oso is $172,500, which is 130% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Rio Oso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$172,500
130% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,688
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,004
County GDP$20,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare466
Retail483
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Rio Oso is $478,800, 70% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $618,817.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$478,800
70% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$618,817

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

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-Occupied88.5%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Rio Oso, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rio Oso vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466
Rio Oso has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 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) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation44 ft (13 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates38.9518°N, 121.5310°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.3-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.1%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+9.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.5%

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