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Stirling City, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Stirling City is a small town in California with a population of 436. Residents earn $56,026 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
436 Population 369/sq mi density
$56,026 Median Income $26,759 per capita
$256,800 Home Value $125,435 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 48.1% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$56,026 median income, 34.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$256,800 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,026
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $256,800
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 34.5%
858% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population436
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,026
Per Capita$26,759
Unemployment34.5%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute34 min

Housing

A
Home Value$256,800
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,435
Housing Units197
Rent Burden48.1%

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking18.2%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation3,449 ft (1,051 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute34 min
Broadband59.8%
Libraries7

Is Stirling City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stirling City receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Stirling City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stirling City is $56,026, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 34.5%, unemployment is notably high. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stirling City is $256,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Stirling City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Stirling City has a population of 436 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

436
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Stirling City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.5%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.5%
210% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stirling City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stirling City is $56,026, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 34.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Stirling City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,026
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,759
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment34.5%
858% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Stirling City is $256,800, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,435.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,800
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,435

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden48.1%

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-Occupied71.3%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Stirling City, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stirling City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,707
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:113
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Stirling City has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.0 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,449 ft (1,051 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates39.9050°N, 121.5373°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 59.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.8%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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