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Ripley, CA

California

Ripley is a small town in California with a population of 600. Residents earn $27,957 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
600 Population 353/sq mi density
$27,957 Median Income $13,313 per capita
$581 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$27,957 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$581/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,957
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $581
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.2%
111% higher than US avg

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

People

Population600
Median Age28.1 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 13%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$27,957
Per Capita$13,313
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty26.2%
County GDP$849M
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$581
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units274
Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity43.7%
Uninsured21.5%
Smoking14.8%
Depression22.8%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain3.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+29.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute14 min
Broadband73.2%
Libraries5

Is Ripley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ripley receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Ripley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ripley is $27,957, 63% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. 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 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 29.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ripley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Ripley has a population of 600 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (25%), with 12.7% White.

Population

600
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ripley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only24.8%
68% below US avg
Spanish75.2%
461% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ripley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ripley is $27,957, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Ripley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,957
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,313
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$50,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.2%
111% above US avg
Establishments (County)402
County GDP$849M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare26
Retail87
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone98.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$581
50% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

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-Occupied57.9%
Housing Units274
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,768
8% above US avg
In Ripley, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 36.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes15.6%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.3%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity36.8%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured21.5%
150% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits50.6%
Premature Death23,645/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Ripley has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.6 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 94°F Jul (34°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average94°F (34°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.6 inches
91% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates33.5238°N, 114.6530°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS04012
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.2-point margin. 73.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+29.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density353/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants74
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone98.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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