Home Value $795,700

182% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.3%

64% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.4%

1% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.9%

93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population233

Median Age38.7 yrs

Density46/mi²

Male / Female15% / 85%

Largest GroupWhite 46%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,871

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.9%

County GDP$127M

Commute64 min

Housing

Home Value$795,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$426,823

Housing Units168

Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity32.4%

Uninsured8.7%

Smoking16.1%

Depression26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain23.3 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation4,977 ft (1,517 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.3%

High School+86.9%

Graduate+21.2%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%

Commute64 min

Broadband69.0%

Libraries4

Is Sierraville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sierraville receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Sierraville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sierraville is $795,700, making it a premium housing market at 182% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sierraville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sierraville has a population of 233 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

233

Total Population

People / sq mi

38.7yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

5.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 15%

Female 85%

Race & Ethnicity

Sierraville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	33.9%
	57% below US avg
Spanish	66.1%
	393% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sierraville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sierraville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 64 minutes.

Income: Sierraville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,871
Avg Weekly Wage	$972
IRS Avg AGI	$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.9%
	93% below US avg
Establishments (County)	135
County GDP	$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	9
Retail	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	64.3 min
Drive Alone	70.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	26.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sierraville is $795,700, 182% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $426,823.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$795,700
	182% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$426,823

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.8%

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-Occupied	83.3%
Housing Units	168
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,270
	22% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.54%

In Sierraville, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.4%
	1% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.8%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.1%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.2%
Short Sleep	34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	35.2%
Uninsured	8.7%
	1% above US avg
Checkup Rate	69.0%
Dental Visits	64.6%
Premature Death	4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	7.1%
Healthcare Facilities	9

Sierraville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	46.7°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-0°C)
July Average	66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.3 inches
	39% below US avg
Snowfall	37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	4,977 ft (1,517 m)
Area	5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density	46/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5822°N, 120.3621°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06091

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 69.0% 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+	12.3%
	64% below US avg
High School+	86.9%
Graduate Degree+	21.2%
School Test Score	4.69

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	46/sq mi
Total Area	5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	69.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	9
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	64.3 min
Drive Alone	70.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	26.9%

Sierraville, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Sierraville a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sierraville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sierraville vs U.S. Average

Income: Sierraville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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