Thermalito, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Thermalito is a small city in California with a population of 6,645. Residents earn $53,814 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
6,645 Population 524/sq mi density
$53,814 Median Income $30,480 per capita
$257,400 Home Value
$1,104 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,814 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$257,400 home value, $1,104/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,814
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $257,400
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,104
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,645
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,814
Per Capita$30,480
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$257,400
Rent$1,104
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Elevation185 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+77.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries7

Is Thermalito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thermalito receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Thermalito offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thermalito is $53,814, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thermalito is $257,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Thermalito enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Thermalito has a population of 6,645 with a density of 524 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.7%), with 5.4% Hispanic.

Population

6,645
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
12.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Thermalito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.1%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.9%
108% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thermalito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thermalito is $53,814, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Thermalito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,814
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,480
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Thermalito is $257,400, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,400
9% below US avg
Median List Price$325,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$325,000
$/Sq Ft$249
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,104
5% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Thermalito, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Thermalito has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.6 inches
20% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation185 ft (56 m)
Area12.7 sq mi (32.9 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates39.5089°N, 121.6011°W
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area12.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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