Sky Valley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Sky Valley is a small town in California with a population of 2,437. Residents earn $47,656 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,437 Population 100/sq mi density
$47,656 Median Income $33,008 per capita
$136,500 Home Value
$897 Median Rent 37.8% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,656 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,500 home value, $897/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,656
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $897
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,437
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,656
Per Capita$33,008
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$134,757M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,500
Rent$897
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden37.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain2.9 in/yr
Elevation1,046 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+84.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute31 min
Broadband97.2%
Libraries60

Is Sky Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sky Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sky Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sky Valley is $47,656, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sky Valley is $136,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sky Valley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sky Valley has a population of 2,437 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.4%).

Population

2,437
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
24.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sky Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.1%
20% below US avg
Spanish36.9%
175% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sky Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sky Valley is $47,656, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Sky Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,656
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,008
Avg Weekly Wage$1,149
IRS Avg AGI$72,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)86,446
County GDP$134,757M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,533
Healthcare5,585
Retail5,636
Manufacturing1,632

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sky Valley is $136,500, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $897 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,500
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$897
23% below US avg
Rent Burden37.8%

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-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,854
96% above US avg
Effective Rate5.02%
In Sky Valley, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sky Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate69.8%
Premature Death7,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,585

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disasters910

Safety Score

Sky Valley has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 94°F in July. Annual precipitation is 2.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 94°F Jul (35°C)
Annual Average76.0°F
41% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average94°F (35°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall2.9 inches
92% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,046 ft (319 m)
Area24.3 sq mi (63.0 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates33.8912°N, 116.3550°W
County FIPS06065
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin. 97.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+84.2%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area24.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.2%
Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities5,585
Restaurants4,533
Retail Stores5,636

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)341
FEMA Disaster Declarations910

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home15.0%

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