Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment
51.4%
1328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Taft Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population101
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans66.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,586
Unemployment51.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,725M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Elevation7 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.2%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Broadband37.0%
Libraries7
Is Taft a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Taft receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Taft stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
At 51.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Taft has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Taft has a population of 101 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Taft is N/A. The unemployment rate is 51.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $12,586 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,467 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 51.4% |
| 1328% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,446 |
| County GDP | $12,725M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,647 |
| 4% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,647 |
| 4% above US avg |
Health Metrics: Taft vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Premature Death | 9,796/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Taft vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Taft has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 63.4 inches |
| 67% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9851°N, 90.4524°W |
| County FIPS | 22089 |