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Smartsville, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Smartsville is a small town in California with a population of 198. Residents earn $78,664 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
198 Population 275/sq mi density
$78,664 Median Income $30,254 per capita
$425,500 Home Value $448,750 Zillow
59°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,664 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$425,500 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,664
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $425,500
51% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans40.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,664
Per Capita$30,254
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$4,508M
Commute21 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$425,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$448,750
Housing Units109
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity29.6%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.6%
Depression27.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation868 ft (265 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute21 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1

Is Smartsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smartsville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Smartsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smartsville is $78,664, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smartsville is $425,500, making it a premium housing market at 51% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Smartsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Smartsville has a population of 198 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 15.2% Hispanic.

Population

198
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Smartsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smartsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smartsville is $78,664, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Smartsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,664
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,254
Avg Weekly Wage$1,287
IRS Avg AGI$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,146
County GDP$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare86
Retail134
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Smartsville is $425,500, 51% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $448,750.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$425,500
51% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$448,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.1%

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 Units109
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Smartsville, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,907
Dentists1:3,372
Mental Health1:384
Checkup Rate65.5%
Dental Visits52.6%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities86
Smartsville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation868 ft (265 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates39.2053°N, 121.2929°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants95
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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