Median Income $96,994

29% higher than US avg

Home Value $330,600

17% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 34.4%

2% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.4%

8% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.2%

94% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.0%

68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population968

Median Age58.2 yrs

Density750/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 69%

Veterans2.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$96,994

Per Capita$55,135

Unemployment0.2%

Poverty4.0%

County GDP$2,695M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$330,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units715

Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity29.4%

Uninsured8.1%

Smoking12.8%

Depression24.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain21.8 in/yr

Sunny Days326/yr

Elevation1,941 ft (592 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.4%

High School+88.1%

Graduate+7.1%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%

Commute25 min

Broadband95.5%

Libraries5

Is Soda Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soda Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Soda Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soda Bay is $96,994, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soda Bay is $330,600, 17% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Soda Bay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Soda Bay has a population of 968 with a density of 750 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.8%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

968

Total Population

750

People / sq mi

58.2yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%

Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Soda Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	89.7%
	14% above US avg
Spanish	10.3%
	23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soda Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soda Bay is $96,994, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Soda Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$96,994
	29% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$55,135
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,036
IRS Avg AGI	$59,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.2%
	94% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.0%
	68% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,657
County GDP	$2,695M

Business (County)

Restaurants	147
Healthcare	148
Retail	160
Manufacturing	38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,782
	37% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.9 min
Drive Alone	60.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Soda Bay is $330,600, 17% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$330,600
	17% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	32.1%

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-Occupied	91.8%
Housing Units	715
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,782
	37% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.45%

In Soda Bay, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Soda Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.4%
	8% below US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.2%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.8%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	21.4%
Depression	24.9%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.9%
Uninsured	8.1%
	6% below US avg
Checkup Rate	69.8%
Dental Visits	63.3%
Premature Death	12,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	71.8%
Healthcare Facilities	148

Soda Bay has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	59.3°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	21.8 inches
	43% below US avg
Snowfall	1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,941 ft (592 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density	750/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0024°N, 122.7795°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06033

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.4-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%

D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	34.4%
	2% above US avg
High School+	88.1%
Graduate Degree+	7.1%
School Test Score	4.69

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	750/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.5%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	148
Restaurants	147
Retail Stores	160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
FEMA Disaster Declarations	455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.9 min
Drive Alone	60.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.3%

Soda Bay, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Soda Bay a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Soda Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Soda Bay vs U.S. Average

Income: Soda Bay 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: Soda Bay 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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