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Sierra City, CA

California

Sierra City is a small town in California with a population of 213. Residents earn $92,543 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
213 Population 99/sq mi density
$92,543 Median Income $59,022 per capita
$380,600 Home Value $329,077 Zillow
53°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$92,543 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$380,600 home value
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,543
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $380,600
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age69.6 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans21.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,543
Per Capita$59,022
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$127M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$380,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,077
Housing Units441
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity32.2%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.7%
Depression26.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain64.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation4,794 ft (1,461 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+11.8%
School Score4.77

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute19 min
Broadband70.5%
Libraries4

Is Sierra City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sierra City receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sierra City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sierra City is $92,543, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sierra City is $380,600, 35% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sierra City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 64.9 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sierra City has a population of 213 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 69.6 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

213
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
69.6yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sierra City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sierra City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sierra City is $92,543, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Sierra City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,543
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,022
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below 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 Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sierra City is $380,600, 35% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,077.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$380,600
35% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$329,077

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,068
1 Bedroom$1,165
2 Bedrooms$1,529
3 Bedrooms$2,126
4 Bedrooms$2,527

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units441
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Sierra City, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Dentists1:1,609
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Sierra City has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.9 inches
71% above US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,794 ft (1,461 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates39.5727°N, 120.6276°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 70.5% 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+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+11.8%
School Test Score4.77
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.8%

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