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Snelling, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Snelling is a small town in California with a population of 265. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
265 Population 491/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $24,549 per capita
$256,800 Home Value $452,090 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$256,800 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $256,800
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$24,549
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$13,282M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$256,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$452,090
Housing Units111
Rent Burden19.5%

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking17.2%
Depression26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation260 ft (79 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+79.2%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute30 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries13

Is Snelling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Snelling receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Snelling has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Snelling is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Snelling is $256,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Snelling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Snelling has a population of 265 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.7%).

Population

265
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Snelling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.0%
26% below US avg
Spanish42.0%
213% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Snelling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Snelling is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Snelling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,549
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$57,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,584
County GDP$13,282M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare479
Retail547
Manufacturing116

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Snelling is $256,800, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $452,090.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,800
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$452,090

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

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-Occupied60.2%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,616
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Snelling, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,387
Dentists1:2,148
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate69.0%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death8,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities479
Snelling has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation260 ft (79 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates37.5245°N, 120.4363°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+79.2%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities479
Restaurants403
Retail Stores547

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)62

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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