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Smith Corner, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Smith Corner is a small town in California with a population of 423. Residents earn $43,854 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
423 Population 1,923/sq mi density
$43,854 Median Income $12,377 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$43,854 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,854
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.6%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population423
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,923/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,854
Per Capita$12,377
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty25.6%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured22.6%
Smoking14.3%
Depression23.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation329 ft (100 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+36.1%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries28

Is Smith Corner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smith Corner receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Smith Corner has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smith Corner is $43,854, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smith Corner is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Smith Corner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 7.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Smith Corner has a population of 423 with a density of 1,923 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (16.5%).

Population

423
Total Population
1,923
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Smith Corner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only27.6%
65% below US avg
Spanish72.4%
440% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Smith Corner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smith Corner is $43,854, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Smith Corner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,854
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,377
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.6%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Smith Corner is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.1%

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-Occupied70.6%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate4.70%
In Smith Corner, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 37.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Smith Corner vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Cancer4.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity37.3%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress17.9%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured22.6%
163% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits52.7%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Smith Corner has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.7 inches
80% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation329 ft (100 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,923/sq mi
Coordinates35.4788°N, 119.2771°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+36.1%
Graduate Degree+12.8%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,923/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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