Home Value $829,500

194% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 47.6%

41% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.6%

2% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189

Median Age68.9 yrs

Density1,575/mi²

Male / Female31% / 69%

Largest GroupWhite 67%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$88,623

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,285M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$829,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units115

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity32.6%

Uninsured13.7%

Smoking16.2%

Depression23.0%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain15.4 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation55 ft (17 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+47.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+19.7%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%

Commute25 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries3

Is Spreckels a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spreckels receives an overall livability score of 4.8 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, a high uninsured rate. Spreckels 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 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spreckels is $829,500, making it a premium housing market at 194% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Spreckels enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Spreckels has a population of 189 with a density of 1,575 people per square mile. The median age is 68.9 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.2%), with 17.5% Hispanic.

Population

189

Total Population

1,575

People / sq mi

68.9yrs

Median Age

77% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.2%

Female 68.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Spreckels vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	88.9%
	13% above US avg
Spanish	11.1%
	17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spreckels vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spreckels 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 25 minutes.

Income: Spreckels vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$88,623
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,154
IRS Avg AGI	$88,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,930
County GDP	$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants	113
Healthcare	110
Retail	120
Manufacturing	68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,874
	125% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Spreckels is $829,500, 194% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$829,500
	194% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.7%

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	66.4%
Housing Units	115
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,874
	125% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.95%

In Spreckels, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.6%
	2% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	6.5%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.6%
Physical Inactivity	27.5%
Depression	23.0%
Mental Distress	19.8%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.4%
Uninsured	13.7%
	59% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,704
Dentists	1:1,931
Mental Health	1:725
Checkup Rate	70.2%
Dental Visits	56.5%
Premature Death	6,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	83.6%
Healthcare Facilities	110

Spreckels has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	57.8°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	15.4 inches
	60% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	55 ft (17 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	1,575/sq mi
Coordinates	36.6247°N, 121.6465°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06069

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%

D 54.9%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	47.6%
	41% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	19.7%
School Test Score	4.69

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	1,575/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	110
Restaurants	113
Retail Stores	120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Spreckels, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Spreckels a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Spreckels vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Spreckels vs U.S. Average

Income: Spreckels 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: Spreckels 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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