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South Dos Palos, CA
Full City Profile · California · Merced County County
South Dos Palos, CA
At a Glance
How South Dos Palos Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Dos Palos's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Dos Palos a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Dos Palos residents earn a median household income of $55,288 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,153. The unemployment rate stands at 7.9% (119% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 36.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,584 business establishments, including 403 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Dos Palos is $278,000 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $356,395. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
South Dos Palos reports 1,004 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 164% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,051/100K.
Education
7.0% of adults in South Dos Palos hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 73.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Dos Palos has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 8.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.