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Trowbridge, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Trowbridge is a small town in California with a population of 243. Residents earn $107,083 per year, which is 42% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
243 Population 36/sq mi density
$107,083 Median Income $43,830 per capita
$580,400 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$107,083 median income, 6.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$580,400 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,083
42% higher than US avg
Home Value $580,400
106% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$107,083
Per Capita$43,830
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$20,507M
Commute39 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$580,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units75
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity30.6%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking13.6%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation53 ft (16 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 66%
Commute39 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries9

Is Trowbridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trowbridge receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Trowbridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trowbridge is $107,083, which is significantly higher than the national average — 42% above $75,149. This places Trowbridge among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trowbridge is $580,400, making it a premium housing market at 106% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Trowbridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Trowbridge has a population of 243 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

243
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Trowbridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trowbridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trowbridge is $107,083, which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Trowbridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,083
42% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,830
Avg Weekly Wage$1,474
IRS Avg AGI$96,888

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,004
County GDP$20,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare466
Retail483
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Trowbridge is $580,400, 106% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$580,400
106% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.6%

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-Occupied90.7%
Housing Units75
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,589
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Trowbridge, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Primary Care1:810
Dentists1:1,610
Mental Health1:218
Checkup Rate69.8%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death5,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities466
Trowbridge has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 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) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation53 ft (16 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates38.9264°N, 121.5148°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.3-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.1%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities466
Restaurants452
Retail Stores483

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.2%

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