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Shell Ridge, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Shell Ridge is a small town in California with a population of 998. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
998 Population 2,321/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $186,306 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 2.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 81.9%
143% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.3%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population998
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density2,321/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$186,306
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$217,018M
Commute42 min

Housing

C
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units345
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity25.3%
Uninsured4.1%
Smoking7.6%
Depression21.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation286 ft (87 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+64.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute42 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries34

Is Shell Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shell Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Shell Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shell Ridge is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Shell Ridge among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shell Ridge is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Shell Ridge is a highly educated community — 81.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Shell Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Shell Ridge has a population of 998 with a density of 2,321 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%).

Population

998
Total Population
2,321
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Shell Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.2%
16% below US avg
Spanish33.8%
152% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shell Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shell Ridge is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Shell Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$186,306
Avg Weekly Wage$3,778
IRS Avg AGI$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)31,186
County GDP$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,143
Healthcare2,617
Retail1,916
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.1 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Shell Ridge is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.3%

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-Occupied92.8%
Housing Units345
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$17,586
402% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Shell Ridge, 25.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.1% of residents lack health insurance. 7.6% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Shell Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.3%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured4.1%
52% below US avg
Primary Care1:918
Dentists1:862
Mental Health1:206
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits75.5%
Premature Death4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access99.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Shell Ridge has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation286 ft (87 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,321/sq mi
Coordinates37.9059°N, 122.0344°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 81.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (143% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%
D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+81.9%
143% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+64.4%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,321/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries34
Healthcare Facilities2,617
Restaurants2,143
Retail Stores1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.1 min
Drive Alone71.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.1%

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