San Lucas, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

San Lucas is a small town in California with a population of 181. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
181 Population 464/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $15,988 per capita
$179,200 Home Value
$1,643 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$179,200 home value, $1,643/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,643
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.6%
131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 14%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$15,988
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.6%
County GDP$38,345M

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,200
Rent$1,643
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.8 in/yr
Elevation402 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+49.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 63%
CommuteN/A
Broadband63.0%
Libraries28

Is San Lucas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Lucas receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. San Lucas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Lucas is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Lucas is $179,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,643 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

San Lucas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

San Lucas has a population of 181 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (13.8%).

Population

181
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

San Lucas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only9.7%
88% below US avg
Spanish90.3%
574% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Lucas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Lucas is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: San Lucas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,988
Avg Weekly Wage$1,180
IRS Avg AGI$86,133

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.6%
131% above US avg
Establishments (County)15,844
County GDP$38,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,118
Healthcare1,013
Retail1,276
Manufacturing284

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in San Lucas is $179,200, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,643 (41% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,200
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,643
41% above US avg

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-Occupied52.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,044
158% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In San Lucas, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: San Lucas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death6,114/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,013

Crime Rates: San Lucas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Safety Score

San Lucas has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.8 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation402 ft (123 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates36.1283°N, 121.0217°W
County FIPS06053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 29.9-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 29.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+49.1%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density464/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,013
Restaurants1,118
Retail Stores1,276

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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