Seeley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Seeley is a small town in California with a population of 1,654. Residents earn $56,917 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,654 Population 1,173/sq mi density
$56,917 Median Income $21,579 per capita
$186,200 Home Value
$1,066 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$56,917 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$186,200 home value, $1,066/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,917
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,200
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,066
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,654
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density1,173/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 34%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,917
Per Capita$21,579
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$12,907M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,200
Rent$1,066
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain5.1 in/yr
Elevation-40 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+87.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Libraries12

Is Seeley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seeley receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Seeley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seeley is $56,917, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seeley is $186,200, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Seeley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 5.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Seeley has a population of 1,654 with a density of 1,173 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (33.7%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 6% Black.

Population

1,654
Total Population
1,173
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Seeley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only18.0%
77% below US avg
Spanish82.0%
512% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Seeley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seeley is $56,917, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Seeley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,917
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,579
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$50,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)9,795
County GDP$12,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants280
Healthcare322
Retail429
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Seeley is $186,200, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,066 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,200
34% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,066
8% below 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-Occupied47.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,268
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Seeley, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death8,703/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities322

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Seeley has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 92°F in July. Annual precipitation is 5.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 92°F Jul (33°C)
Annual Average73.6°F
36% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average92°F (33°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall5.1 inches
87% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-40 ft (-12 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,173/sq mi
Coordinates32.7905°N, 115.6850°W
County FIPS06025
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 48.3%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,173/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities322
Restaurants280
Retail Stores429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home8.1%

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