Searles Valley, CA
Full City Profile · California · Inyo County County
Searles Valley, CA
At a Glance
How Searles Valley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Searles Valley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Searles Valley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Searles Valley residents earn a median household income of $65,625 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,057. The unemployment rate stands at 10.6% (194% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 863 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Searles Valley is $68,500 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $265,453. Median rent is $809/month, with 14.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Education
14.1% of adults in Searles Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Searles Valley has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 91°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 3.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 61.