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Salyer, CA

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Salyer is a small town in California with a population of 465.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
465 Population 88/sq mi density
$575,800 Home Value $267,791 Zillow
$1,809 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $575,800
104% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,809
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population465
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,366
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$575,800
Rent$1,809
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,791
Housing Units228
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking18.6%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,403 ft (428 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute21 min
Broadband53.4%
Libraries13

Is Salyer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salyer receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Salyer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salyer is $575,800, making it a premium housing market at 104% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,809 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Salyer enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Salyer has a population of 465 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.7%), with 22.6% Hispanic, 24.5% Black.

Population

465
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Salyer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salyer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salyer is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Salyer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,366
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Salyer is $575,800, 104% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,809 (56% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,791.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$575,800
104% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,791

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,809
56% above US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

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-Occupied31.5%
Housing Units228
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.83%
In Salyer, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,642
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:160
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Salyer has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,403 ft (428 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates40.8768°N, 123.5735°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 53.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

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