Taft Mosswood, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Taft Mosswood is a small town in California with a population of 1,199. Residents earn $55,526 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,199 Population 2,551/sq mi density
$55,526 Median Income $23,920 per capita
$322,300 Home Value $372,826 Zillow
$1,829 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$55,526 median income, 3.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$322,300 home value, $1,829/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,526
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $322,300
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,829
57% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,199
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density2,551/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 11%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,526
Per Capita$23,920
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$46,521M
Commute44 min

Housing

B
Home Value$322,300
Rent$1,829
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$372,826

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.5 in/yr
Elevation14 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+62.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute44 min
Libraries19

Is Taft Mosswood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taft Mosswood receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Taft Mosswood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taft Mosswood is $55,526, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taft Mosswood is $322,300, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,829 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Taft Mosswood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Taft Mosswood has a population of 1,199 with a density of 2,551 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (24.2%), with 10.5% White.

Population

1,199
Total Population
2,551
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.8%
Female 39.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Taft Mosswood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only34.9%
56% below US avg
Spanish65.1%
386% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Taft Mosswood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taft Mosswood is $55,526, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Taft Mosswood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,526
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,920
Avg Weekly Wage$1,217
IRS Avg AGI$76,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)22,110
County GDP$46,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,335
Healthcare1,641
Retail1,637
Manufacturing527

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.4 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Taft Mosswood is $322,300, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,829 (57% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $372,826.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,300
14% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$372,826
Median List Price$532,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$532,000
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,829
57% above US avg

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-Occupied50.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,378
82% above US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Taft Mosswood, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 38.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes17.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.7%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity38.0%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate68.6%
Premature Death8,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,641

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128

Safety Score

Taft Mosswood has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.5 inches
65% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density2,551/sq mi
Coordinates37.9120°N, 121.2822°W
County FIPS06077
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.9%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 0.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+62.5%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,551/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities1,641
Restaurants1,335
Retail Stores1,637

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.4 min
Work from Home7.2%

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