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Tehama, CA

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Tehama is a small town in California with a population of 395. Residents earn $67,614 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
395 Population 500/sq mi density
$67,614 Median Income $34,417 per capita
$265,800 Home Value $268,998 Zillow
$877 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$67,614 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$265,800 home value, $877/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,614
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,800
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population395
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,614
Per Capita$34,417
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,870M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$265,800
Rent$877
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,998
Housing Units215
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured12.8%
Smoking20.4%
Depression27.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation213 ft (65 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries3

Is Tehama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tehama receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Tehama offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tehama is $67,614, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tehama is $265,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Tehama enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tehama has a population of 395 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

395
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tehama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.7%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.3%
14% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tehama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tehama is $67,614, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Tehama vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,614
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,417
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$61,286

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,295
County GDP$2,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants114
Healthcare133
Retail157
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,827
9% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tehama is $265,800, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,998.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,800
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,998

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$877
25% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$952
1 Bedroom$1,038
2 Bedrooms$1,362
3 Bedrooms$1,865
4 Bedrooms$2,285

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.7%
Housing Units215
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,827
9% above US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Tehama, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.4%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress18.4%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured12.8%
49% above US avg
Checkup Rate68.5%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death11,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities133
Tehama has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.1 inches
39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %68.9%
Unhealthy Days2

Geography

Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates40.0218°N, 122.1269°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score4.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants114
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

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