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Round Valley, CA

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Round Valley is a small town in California with a population of 523. Residents earn $49,844 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
523 Population 37/sq mi density
$49,844 Median Income $30,370 per capita
$608,900 Home Value
$1,398 Median Rent 36.4% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$49,844 median income, 1.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$608,900 home value, $1,398/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,844
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $608,900
116% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,398
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population523
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,844
Per Capita$30,370
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$1,565M
Commute32 min

Housing

F
Home Value$608,900
Rent$1,398
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units189
Rent Burden36.4%

Health

Obesity30.1%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking13.3%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,566 ft (1,392 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+80.4%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.5%
Libraries7

Is Round Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Round Valley receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Round Valley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Round Valley is $49,844, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Round Valley is $608,900, making it a premium housing market at 116% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,398 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Round Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Round Valley has a population of 523 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.4%), with 4% Hispanic, 6.5% Black.

Population

523
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
14.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.1%
Female 24.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Round Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Round Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Round Valley is $49,844, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Round Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,844
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,370
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$85,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)724
County GDP$1,565M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare35
Retail74
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Round Valley is $608,900, 116% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,398 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$608,900
116% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,398
20% above US avg
Rent Burden36.4%

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-Occupied45.9%
Housing Units189
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Round Valley, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death4,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Round Valley has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.8 inches
87% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,566 ft (1,392 m)
Area14.0 sq mi (36.2 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates37.4142°N, 118.5723°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.8%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+80.4%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area14.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants162
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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