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Talmage, CA

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Talmage is a small town in California with a population of 886. Residents earn $48,939 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
886 Population 557/sq mi density
$48,939 Median Income $39,304 per capita
$477,600 Home Value
$1,281 Median Rent 37.7% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,939 median income, 2.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$477,600 home value, $1,281/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,939
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $477,600
69% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,281
10% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population886
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density557/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,939
Per Capita$39,304
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$4,693M
Commute18 min

Housing

F
Home Value$477,600
Rent$1,281
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units369
Rent Burden37.7%

Health

Obesity27.0%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking12.7%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+11.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 61%
Commute18 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries7

Is Talmage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Talmage receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Talmage has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Talmage is $48,939, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Talmage is $477,600, making it a premium housing market at 69% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,281 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Talmage enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Talmage has a population of 886 with a density of 557 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.4%), with 12.1% Hispanic.

Population

886
Total Population
557
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30%
Female 70%

Race & Ethnicity

Talmage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.7%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.3%
134% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Talmage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Talmage is $48,939, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Talmage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,939
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,304
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$67,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,522
County GDP$4,693M

Business (County)

Restaurants336
Healthcare265
Retail403
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Talmage is $477,600, 69% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,281 (10% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$477,600
69% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,281
10% above US avg
Rent Burden37.7%

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-Occupied53.3%
Housing Units369
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Talmage, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Talmage vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.5%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,286
Dentists1:1,247
Mental Health1:152
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities265
Talmage has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
8% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density557/sq mi
Coordinates39.1312°N, 123.1638°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.8-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.5%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+11.1%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density557/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants336
Retail Stores403

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone64.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.8%

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