Terra Bella, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Terra Bella is a small town in California with a population of 1,658. Residents earn $62,073 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,658 Population 757/sq mi density
$62,073 Median Income $27,456 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $378,047 Zillow
$1,082 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$62,073 median income, 22.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $1,082/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,073
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,082
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.8%
533% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,658
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density757/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 32%

Economy

C
Median Income$62,073
Per Capita$27,456
Unemployment22.8%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$25,415M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$1,082
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$378,047

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Elevation488 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+56.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Libraries22

Is Terra Bella a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Terra Bella receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Terra Bella has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Terra Bella is $62,073, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Terra Bella is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,082 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Terra Bella enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Terra Bella has a population of 1,658 with a density of 757 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (31.7%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

1,658
Total Population
757
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Terra Bella vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only30.7%
61% below US avg
Spanish69.3%
417% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Terra Bella vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Terra Bella is $62,073, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Terra Bella vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,073
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,456
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.8%
533% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,758
County GDP$25,415M

Business (County)

Restaurants731
Healthcare1,016
Retail1,095
Manufacturing237

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Terra Bella is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,082 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $378,047.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$378,047

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,082
7% below 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-Occupied45.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,287
22% above US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Terra Bella, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Terra Bella vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death9,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,016

Crime Rates: Terra Bella vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Terra Bella has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.5 inches
80% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation488 ft (149 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density757/sq mi
Coordinates35.9600°N, 119.0385°W
County FIPS06107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+56.4%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density757/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,016
Restaurants731
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)79
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home11.1%

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