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Trinidad, CA

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Trinidad is a small town in California with a population of 424. Residents earn $99,107 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
424 Population 865/sq mi density
$99,107 Median Income $67,311 per capita
$777,500 Home Value $587,302 Zillow
$1,050 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$99,107 median income, 1.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$777,500 home value, $1,050/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,107
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $777,500
176% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.8%
98% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population424
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density865/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,107
Per Capita$67,311
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$777,500
Rent$1,050
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$587,302
Housing Units280
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity29.1%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking11.7%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation51 ft (16 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.8%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+31.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute35 min
Broadband89.9%
EV Stations3
Libraries13

Is Trinidad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trinidad receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Trinidad stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trinidad is $99,107, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Trinidad among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trinidad is $777,500, making it a premium housing market at 176% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Trinidad is a highly educated community — 66.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Trinidad experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Trinidad has a population of 424 with a density of 865 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%).

Population

424
Total Population
865
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Trinidad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trinidad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trinidad is $99,107, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Trinidad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,107
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,311
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home22.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Trinidad is $777,500, 176% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $587,302.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$777,500
176% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$587,302

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$380
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

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-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units280
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.61%
In Trinidad, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Trinidad has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation51 ft (16 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density865/sq mi
Coordinates41.0577°N, 124.1433°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 66.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+66.8%
98% above US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+31.7%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density865/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.9%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home22.7%

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