Taft Heights, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Taft Heights is a small town in California with a population of 1,588. Residents earn $62,125 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,588 Population 5,293/sq mi density
$62,125 Median Income $28,932 per capita
$187,700 Home Value
$1,135 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$62,125 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,700 home value, $1,135/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,125
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,700
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,135
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,588
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density5,293/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$62,125
Per Capita$28,932
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty19.2%
County GDP$63,070M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,700
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.0 in/yr
Elevation1,180 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+78.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Broadband91.3%
Libraries28

Is Taft Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taft Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Taft Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taft Heights is $62,125, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taft Heights is $187,700, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Taft Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 50°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.

Taft Heights has a population of 1,588 with a density of 5,293 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,588
Total Population
5,293
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Taft Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.9%
71% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Taft Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taft Heights is $62,125, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Taft Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,125
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,932
Avg Weekly Wage$1,155
IRS Avg AGI$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above 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 Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Taft Heights is $187,700, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,700
33% below US avg
Median List Price$469,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$469,900
$/Sq Ft$221
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,135
2% below US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

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-Occupied51.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,285
51% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Taft Heights, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Taft Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.1%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Taft Heights has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°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

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.0 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,180 ft (360 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density5,293/sq mi
Coordinates35.1338°N, 119.4711°W
County FIPS06029
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 91.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+78.3%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,293/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.3%
Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,838
Restaurants1,569
Retail Stores2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)197
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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