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Traver, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Traver is a small town in California with a population of 384. Residents earn $52,188 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
384 Population 573/sq mi density
$52,188 Median Income $21,666 per capita
$184,000 Home Value
$994 Median Rent 36.8% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$52,188 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$184,000 home value, $994/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,188
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,000
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $994
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population384
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density573/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,188
Per Capita$21,666
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$64,217M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,000
Rent$994
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units144
Rent Burden36.8%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured29.1%
Smoking19.2%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation287 ft (87 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+57.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute19 min
Broadband59.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries41

Is Traver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Traver receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Traver offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Traver is $52,188, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Traver is $184,000, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $994 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Traver enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°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 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Traver has a population of 384 with a density of 573 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

384
Total Population
573
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Traver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.1%
72% below US avg
Spanish77.9%
481% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Traver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Traver is $52,188, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Traver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,188
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,666
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$67,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)44,409
County GDP$64,217M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,859
Healthcare2,686
Retail2,404
Manufacturing570

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Traver is $184,000, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $994 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,000
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$994
15% below US avg
Rent Burden36.8%

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-Occupied65.8%
Housing Units144
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Traver, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 45.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes18.8%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.3%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity45.2%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress21.8%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.6%
Uninsured29.1%
238% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,480
Dentists1:1,562
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate66.9%
Dental Visits40.2%
Premature Death9,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access83.8%
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Traver has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation287 ft (87 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates36.4541°N, 119.4837°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+57.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density573/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities2,686
Restaurants1,859
Retail Stores2,404

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)178
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home0.7%

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