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Timber Cove, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Timber Cove is a small town in California with a population of 181. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
181 Population 32/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $51,266 per capita
$812,500 Home Value
$2,185 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 1.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$812,500 home value, $2,185/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $812,500
188% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.2%
22% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,185
88% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.3%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population181
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$51,266
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$39,448M
Commute33 min

Housing

F
Home Value$812,500
Rent$2,185
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units204
Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity25.3%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking9.1%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation535 ft (163 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.2%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+27.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 71%
Commute33 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries16

Is Timber Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Timber Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Timber Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Timber Cove is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Timber Cove is $812,500, making it a premium housing market at 188% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,185 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Timber Cove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Timber Cove has a population of 181 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

181
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Timber Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.2%
7% below US avg
Spanish26.8%
100% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Timber Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Timber Cove is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Timber Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,266
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$104,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,652
County GDP$39,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,311
Healthcare1,623
Retail1,675
Manufacturing922

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Timber Cove is $812,500, 188% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,185 (88% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$812,500
188% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,185
88% above US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

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-Occupied60.3%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Timber Cove, 25.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 9.1% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Timber Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.3%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.1%
35% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity16.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits70.2%
Premature Death5,997/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Timber Cove has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.2 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.2 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates38.5411°N, 123.2588°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 46.2-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.2%
D 71.4%

Winner: Democrat by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.2%
22% above US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+27.1%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Restaurants1,311
Retail Stores1,675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.7%

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