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Round Mountain, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Round Mountain is a small town in California with a population of 147. Residents earn $55,250 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
147 Population 88/sq mi density
$55,250 Median Income $31,536 per capita
$234,400 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$55,250 median income, 14.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$234,400 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,250
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $234,400
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$55,250
Per Capita$31,536
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$234,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity31.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.9%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,104 ft (641 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute17 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Round Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Round Mountain receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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, below-average incomes. Round Mountain has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Round Mountain is $55,250, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. 15.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Round Mountain is $234,400, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Round Mountain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 44.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Round Mountain has a population of 147 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 9.5% Hispanic.

Population

147
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Round Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Round Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Round Mountain is $55,250, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Round Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,250
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,536
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Round Mountain is $234,400, 17% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,400
17% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

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-Occupied95.8%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Round Mountain, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Round Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Round Mountain has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall44.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,104 ft (641 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates40.7975°N, 121.9380°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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