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Rutherford, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Rutherford is a small town in California with a population of 89.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
89 Population 53/sq mi density
$2,060 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,060
77% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population89
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$94,757
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$2,060
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units106
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity27.9%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking8.3%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation184 ft (56 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute19 min
Broadband47.0%
EV Stations6
Libraries5

Is Rutherford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rutherford receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rutherford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $2,060 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rutherford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Rutherford has a population of 89 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

89
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rutherford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.3%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.7%
211% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rutherford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rutherford is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rutherford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$94,757
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone12.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.5%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $2,060 (77% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,060
77% above US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied36.2%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
In Rutherford, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 8.3% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.5%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.3%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,016
Dentists1:988
Mental Health1:147
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452
Rutherford has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.4 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.4 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation184 ft (56 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates38.4589°N, 122.4288°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density53/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone12.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.5%

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