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Santa Susana, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Santa Susana is a small town in California with a population of 983. Residents earn $95,329 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
983 Population 780/sq mi density
$95,329 Median Income $54,938 per capita
$697,200 Home Value
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$95,329 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$697,200 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,329
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $697,200
147% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.8%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population983
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density780/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,329
Per Capita$54,938
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute31 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$697,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units483
Rent Burden33.9%

Health

Obesity23.8%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking9.5%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain16.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,110 ft (338 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+81.2%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries258

Is Santa Susana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Susana receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Santa Susana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Santa Susana is $95,329, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Santa Susana is $697,200, making it a premium housing market at 147% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Santa Susana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 56°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 16.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Santa Susana has a population of 983 with a density of 780 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%).

Population

983
Total Population
780
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Susana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.8%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.2%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Santa Susana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Susana is $95,329, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Santa Susana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,329
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,938
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Santa Susana is $697,200, 147% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$697,200
147% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.9%

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-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units483
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Santa Susana, 23.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.5% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Santa Susana vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.8%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,326
Dentists1:1,032
Mental Health1:209
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits71.6%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Santa Susana has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.4 inches
57% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,110 ft (338 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density780/sq mi
Coordinates34.2586°N, 118.6643°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+81.2%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density780/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.5%

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