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Trinity Center, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Trinity Center is a small town in California with a population of 301. Residents earn $59,063 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
301 Population 58/sq mi density
$59,063 Median Income $46,396 per capita
$297,000 Home Value $270,662 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,063 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$297,000 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,063
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $297,000
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.9%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age73.5 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans22.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,063
Per Capita$46,396
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$11,870M
Commute44 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$297,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,662
Housing Units373
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking19.1%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation2,516 ft (767 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.9%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+20.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute44 min
Broadband86.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Trinity Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trinity Center receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Trinity Center stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trinity Center is $59,063, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trinity Center is $297,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Trinity Center enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Trinity Center has a population of 301 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 73.5 years, 89% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

301
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
73.5yrs
Median Age
89% above US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Trinity Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trinity Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trinity Center is $59,063, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Trinity Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,063
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,396
Avg Weekly Wage$1,141
IRS Avg AGI$70,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,748
County GDP$11,870M

Business (County)

Restaurants430
Healthcare667
Retail615
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.7 min
Drive Alone31.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Trinity Center is $297,000, 5% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,662.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$297,000
5% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,662

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units373
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,628
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In Trinity Center, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Trinity Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,283
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:186
Checkup Rate68.6%
Dental Visits51.7%
Premature Death10,558/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities667
Trinity Center has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,516 ft (767 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates40.9841°N, 122.7083°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06089
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.5%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.9%
27% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+20.4%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities667
Restaurants430
Retail Stores615

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
FEMA Disaster Declarations546

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.7 min
Drive Alone31.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home50.0%

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