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Tipton, CA
Full City Profile · California · Kings County County
Tipton, CA
At a Glance
How Tipton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tipton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tipton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tipton residents earn a median household income of $51,389 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,380. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9% (92% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,457 business establishments, including 218 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tipton is $245,500 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $261,563. Median rent is $1,205/month, with 33.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1982.
Safety & Crime
Tipton reports 742 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 95% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,335/100K.
Education
4.0% of adults in Tipton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below the national average). 38.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tipton has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 11.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.