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Three Rocks, CA

California · San Benito County · Metropolitan Area

Three Rocks is a small town in California with a population of 180. Residents earn $85,208 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
180 Population 240/sq mi density
$85,208 Median Income $20,567 per capita
$144,800 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$85,208 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,800 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,208
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $144,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.2%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 14%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$85,208
Per Capita$20,567
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units63
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity46.2%
Uninsured34.1%
Smoking18.8%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation409 ft (125 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+54.3%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
Commute41 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries3

Is Three Rocks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Three Rocks receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Three Rocks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Three Rocks is $85,208, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Three Rocks is $144,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Three Rocks enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Three Rocks has a population of 180 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (14.4%).

Population

180
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.1%
Female 58.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Three Rocks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only18.8%
76% below US avg
Spanish81.2%
506% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Three Rocks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Three Rocks is $85,208, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Three Rocks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,208
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$20,567
Avg Weekly Wage$1,154
IRS Avg AGI$88,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,930
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare110
Retail120
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,874
125% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.0 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Three Rocks is $144,800, 49% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,800
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

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-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,874
125% above US avg
Effective Rate5.44%
In Three Rocks, 46.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 47.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Three Rocks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.2%
44% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.6%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity47.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress21.7%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured34.1%
297% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,704
Dentists1:1,931
Mental Health1:725
Checkup Rate66.8%
Dental Visits35.8%
Premature Death6,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access83.6%
Healthcare Facilities110
Three Rocks has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.3 inches
70% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation409 ft (125 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates36.5051°N, 120.3935°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountySan Benito County County
County FIPS06069
Three Rocks is located in San Benito County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.6-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.3%
D 54.9%

Winner: Democrat by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+54.3%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density240/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountySan Benito County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants113
Retail Stores120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.0 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

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