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Sierra Brooks, CA

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Sierra Brooks is a small town in California with a population of 538. Residents earn $35,236 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
538 Population 393/sq mi density
$35,236 Median Income $25,524 per capita
$297,200 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$35,236 median income, 24.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$297,200 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,236
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $297,200
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 24.5%
581% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.6%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age66.6 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female68% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

D
Median Income$35,236
Per Capita$25,524
Unemployment24.5%
Poverty24.6%
County GDP$127M
Commute13 min

Housing

D
Home Value$297,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units187
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.2%
Depression26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation5,169 ft (1,576 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute13 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Sierra Brooks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sierra Brooks receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sierra Brooks has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sierra Brooks is $35,236, 53% below the national average of $75,149. At 24.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sierra Brooks is $297,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sierra Brooks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sierra Brooks has a population of 538 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 66.6 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 6.9% Hispanic.

Population

538
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
66.6yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.5%
Female 32.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sierra Brooks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.5%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.5%
8% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sierra Brooks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sierra Brooks is $35,236, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Sierra Brooks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,236
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,524
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.5%
581% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.6%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.8 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sierra Brooks is $297,200, 5% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$297,200
5% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units187
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Sierra Brooks, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sierra Brooks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Dentists1:1,609
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate69.8%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Sierra Brooks has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,169 ft (1,576 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates39.6426°N, 120.2154°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.8 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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