Stebbins, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Stebbins is a small town in California with a population of 1,017. Residents earn $108,056 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,017 Population 1,017/sq mi density
$108,056 Median Income $26,159 per capita
$242,400 Home Value
$1,964 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$108,056 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$242,400 home value, $1,964/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,056
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $242,400
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,964
69% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,017
Median Age22.8 yrs
Density1,017/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,056
Per Capita$26,159
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$242,400
Rent$1,964
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.0 in/yr
Elevation306 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+68.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute35 min
Libraries28

Is Stebbins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stebbins receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Stebbins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stebbins is $108,056, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Stebbins among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stebbins is $242,400, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,964 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stebbins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Stebbins has a population of 1,017 with a density of 1,017 people per square mile. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

1,017
Total Population
1,017
People / sq mi
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Stebbins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.6%
16% below US avg
Spanish34.4%
157% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stebbins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stebbins is $108,056, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Stebbins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,056
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,950
County GDP$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,569
Healthcare1,838
Retail2,004
Manufacturing417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Stebbins is $242,400, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,964 (69% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,400
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,964
69% above US avg

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-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Stebbins, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress19.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,838

Crime Rates: Stebbins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Stebbins has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.0 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation306 ft (93 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,017/sq mi
Coordinates35.4057°N, 119.3142°W
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+68.6%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,017/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Work from Home13.5%

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