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Spring Valley CDP (Lake County), CA

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Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) is a small town in California with a population of 775. Residents earn $43,816 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
775 Population 157/sq mi density
$43,816 Median Income $28,141 per capita
$358,900 Home Value
$1,420 Median Rent 12.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$43,816 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$358,900 home value, $1,420/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,816
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $358,900
27% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,420
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
115% higher than US avg

How Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population775
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,816
Per Capita$28,141
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.6%
County GDP$2,695M
Commute36 min

Housing

C
Home Value$358,900
Rent$1,420
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units418
Rent Burden12.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+11.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute36 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries5

Is Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) is $43,816, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) is $358,900, 27% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,420 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) 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.

Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) has a population of 775 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

775
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only62.2%
21% below US avg
Spanish37.8%
182% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) is $43,816, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,816
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,141
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$59,489

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,657
County GDP$2,695M

Business (County)

Restaurants147
Healthcare148
Retail160
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,782
37% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) is $358,900, 27% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,420 (22% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$358,900
27% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,420
22% above US avg
Rent Burden12.8%

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-Occupied79.9%
Housing Units418
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,782
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
Spring Valley CDP (Lake County) 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 Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,329 ft (405 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.8 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates39.0761°N, 122.5845°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.4-point margin. 80.8% 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+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+11.0%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities148
Restaurants147
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Nearby Cities

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