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Soda Springs, CA

California

Soda Springs is a small town in California with a population of 174.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
174 Population 512/sq mi density
$1,058,300 Home Value $751,778 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
84.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $1,058,300
275% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 84.7%
151% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density512/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans54.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$67,590
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$127M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$1,058,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$751,778
Housing Units146
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity30.0%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression25.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation6,823 ft (2,080 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+84.7%
High School+84.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute29 min
Broadband57.0%
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is Soda Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soda Springs receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Soda Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soda Springs is $1,058,300, making it a premium housing market at 275% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Soda Springs is a highly educated community — 84.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Soda Springs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 182.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Soda Springs has a population of 174 with a density of 512 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.7%).

Population

174
Total Population
512
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Soda Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.8%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.2%
66% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Soda Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soda Springs is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Soda Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$67,590
Avg Weekly Wage$972
IRS Avg AGI$74,583

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$127M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare9
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Soda Springs is $1,058,300, 275% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $751,778.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,058,300
275% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$751,778

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$280
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units146
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate0.40%
In Soda Springs, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Dentists1:1,609
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate69.5%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death4,389/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access7.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Soda Springs has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall182.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,823 ft (2,080 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density512/sq mi
Coordinates39.3248°N, 120.3787°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 84.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (151% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+84.7%
151% above US avg
High School+84.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density512/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants21
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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