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Sultana, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Sultana is a small town in California with a population of 957. Residents earn $42,143 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
957 Population 2,518/sq mi density
$42,143 Median Income $12,629 per capita
$346,800 Home Value
$913 Median Rent 26.4% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$42,143 median income, 7.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$346,800 home value, $913/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,143
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $346,800
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.8%
173% higher than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density2,518/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 21%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$42,143
Per Capita$12,629
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty33.8%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute24 min

Housing

C
Home Value$346,800
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units281
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity43.1%
Uninsured28.6%
Smoking18.7%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation362 ft (110 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+38.9%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute24 min
Broadband70.3%
Libraries41

Is Sultana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sultana receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Sultana faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sultana is $42,143, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 33.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sultana is $346,800, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sultana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Sultana has a population of 957 with a density of 2,518 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (21.1%).

Population

957
Total Population
2,518
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Sultana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only23.9%
70% below US avg
Spanish76.1%
468% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sultana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sultana is $42,143, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sultana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,143
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,629
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.8%
173% above US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sultana is $346,800, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$346,800
23% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden26.4%

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-Occupied34.9%
Housing Units281
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Sultana, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 45.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes19.6%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.2%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity45.0%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress21.7%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.4%
Uninsured28.6%
233% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,480
Dentists1:1,562
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate67.5%
Dental Visits41.0%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Sultana has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation362 ft (110 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,518/sq mi
Coordinates36.5455°N, 119.3377°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 70.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+38.9%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,518/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.3%
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone69.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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