Sutter, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Sutter is a small town in California with a population of 2,671. Residents earn $94,375 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,671 Population 882/sq mi density
$94,375 Median Income $42,615 per capita
$373,600 Home Value $407,551 Zillow
$1,360 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$94,375 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$373,600 home value, $1,360/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,375
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $373,600
33% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,360
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,671
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density882/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,375
Per Capita$42,615
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$5,238M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$373,600
Rent$1,360
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$407,551
Rent Burden26.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI49 (Good)
Elevation63 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+93.5%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Broadband99.1%
Libraries3

Is Sutter a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sutter is $94,375, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sutter is $373,600, 33% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sutter enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Sutter has a population of 2,671 with a density of 882 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,671
Total Population
882
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sutter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sutter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sutter is $94,375, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Sutter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,375
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,615
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$67,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,205
County GDP$5,238M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare269
Retail279
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sutter is $373,600, 33% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,360 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $407,551.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$373,600
33% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$407,551
Median List Price$497,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$497,400
$/Sq Ft$323
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.9%
Price Drops36.4%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,360
17% above US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,166
1 Bedroom$1,272
2 Bedrooms$1,550
3 Bedrooms$2,156
4 Bedrooms$2,600

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Sutter, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death8,213/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities269

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Sutter has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 49.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median49.0
RatingGood
Good Days %53.3%
Unhealthy Days5

Geography

Elevation63 ft (19 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density882/sq mi
Coordinates39.1556°N, 121.7493°W
County FIPS06101
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 99.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score4.62
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density882/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities269
Restaurants181
Retail Stores279

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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