Home Value $356,700

27% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.8%

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.7%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 21.8%

76% higher than US avg

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

People

Population165

Median Age66.9 yrs

Density4/mi²

Male / Female69% / 31%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans9.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$40,761

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty21.8%

County GDP$598M

Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$356,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units230

Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity34.7%

Uninsured9.6%

Smoking21.1%

Depression27.9%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain65.4 in/yr

Sunny Days269/yr

Elevation2,829 ft (862 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.8%

High School+97.4%

Graduate+2.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 43%

Commute35 min

Broadband65.0%

Libraries3

Is Ruth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ruth receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Ruth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ruth is $356,700, 27% above the national median.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ruth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Ruth has a population of 165 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 66.9 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

165

Total Population

People / sq mi

66.9yrs

Median Age

72% above US avg

38.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.1%

Female 30.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ruth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ruth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ruth is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Ruth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$40,761
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,080
IRS Avg AGI	$56,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	21.8%
	76% above US avg
Establishments (County)	450
County GDP	$598M

Business (County)

Restaurants	42
Healthcare	23
Retail	45
Manufacturing	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,108
	17% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.8 min
Drive Alone	76.0%
Public Transit	24.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ruth is $356,700, 27% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$356,700
	27% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.4%

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-Occupied	89.2%
Housing Units	230
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,108
	17% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.15%

In Ruth, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.7%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	11.9%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	34.2%
Asthma	11.5%
COPD	9.5%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.1%
	51% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.0%
Physical Inactivity	29.2%
Depression	27.9%
Mental Distress	23.3%
Physical Distress	17.6%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.0%
Uninsured	9.6%
	12% above US avg
Primary Care	1:5,353
Dentists	1:3,156
Mental Health	1:301
Checkup Rate	68.8%
Dental Visits	52.2%
Premature Death	12,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	91.0%
Healthcare Facilities	23

Ruth has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.4 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	56.1°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	65.4 inches
	72% above US avg
Snowfall	0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,829 ft (862 m)
Area	38.9 sq mi (100.7 km²)
Population Density	4/sq mi
Coordinates	40.2938°N, 123.3483°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06105

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.8%

D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.8%
	26% below US avg
High School+	97.4%
Graduate Degree+	2.0%
School Test Score	4.69

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	4/sq mi
Total Area	38.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	65.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	23
Restaurants	42
Retail Stores	45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
FEMA Disaster Declarations	273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.8 min
Drive Alone	76.0%
Public Transit	24.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ruth, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ruth a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ruth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ruth vs U.S. Average

Income: Ruth 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: Ruth 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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