Median Income
$29,107
61% lower than US avg
Home Value
$63,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.5%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
23.5%
90% higher than US avg
How Taft Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population79
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans84.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$29,107
Per Capita$19,865
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.5%
County GDP$3,724M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$63,300
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation595 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries4
Is Taft a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Taft receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Taft offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Taft is $29,107, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Taft is $63,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Taft enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Taft has a population of 79 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (81%), with 6.3% White, 12.7% Hispanic.
Population
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.8% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.2% |
| 76% below US avg |
The median household income in Taft is $29,107, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $29,107 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,865 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,037 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,637 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 23.5% |
| 90% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,570 |
| County GDP | $3,724M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 142 |
| Healthcare | 206 |
| Retail | 249 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,537 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.6 min |
| Work from Home | 18.2% |
The median home value in Taft is $63,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $63,300 |
| 78% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $817 |
| 30% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,537 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.01% |
In Taft, 46.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Taft vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.5% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.6% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.4% |
| Depression | 20.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,215/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 206 |
Crime Rates: Taft vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Taft has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 595 ft (181 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.7603°N, 95.5460°W |
| County FIPS | 40101 |