California
Sutter Creek is a small town in California with a population of 2,687. Residents earn $68,148 per year, which is 9% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sutter Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Sutter Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Sutter Creek is $68,148, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Sutter Creek is $499,600, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,248 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Sutter Creek is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 123 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,723 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Sutter Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $68,148 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,464 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,127 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,740 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,348 |
| County GDP | $2,112M |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 107 |
| Retail | 126 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,981 |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.00% |
| Commute Time | 16.5 min |
| Work from Home | 21.0% |
| Census Median | $499,600 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $453,169 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,248 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,981 |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.00% |
| Obesity | 29.0% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.5% |
| Depression | 25.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,567/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Total Violent | 123.1/100K |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 123.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,722.7/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 779.3/100K |
| Theft | 861.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 82.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.0 inches |
| 16% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,222 ft (372 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 995/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3924°N, 120.7990°W |
| County FIPS | 06005 |
Winner: Republican by 27.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.5% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 995/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 107 |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Retail Stores | 126 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 16.5 min |
| Work from Home | 21.0% |