Home Value $192,500

32% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.9%

59% lower than US avg

Median Rent $917

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.0%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

33% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 28.6%

131% higher than US avg

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

People

Population175

Median Age36.6 yrs

Density330/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 78%

Veterans6.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,406

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty28.6%

County GDP$63,070M

Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$192,500

Rent$917

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units59

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.0%

Uninsured12.3%

Smoking21.1%

Depression30.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain6.0 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation332 ft (101 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.9%

High School+75.7%

Graduate+1.9%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%

Commute24 min

Broadband60.0%

Libraries28

Is Tupman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tupman receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Tupman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tupman is $192,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tupman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Tupman has a population of 175 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.7%), with 13.1% Hispanic.

Population

175

Total Population

330

People / sq mi

36.6yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%

Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tupman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.4%
	20% above US avg
Spanish	5.6%
	58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tupman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tupman is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Tupman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,406
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,155
IRS Avg AGI	$61,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	33% above US avg
Poverty Rate	28.6%
	131% above US avg
Establishments (County)	27,950
County GDP	$63,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,569
Healthcare	1,838
Retail	2,004
Manufacturing	417

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,285
	51% above US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.1 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tupman is $192,500, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$192,500
	32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$917
	21% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

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-Occupied	65.0%
Housing Units	59
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,285
	51% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.75%

In Tupman, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.6%
High Blood Pressure	33.0%
Asthma	13.5%
COPD	9.8%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.1%
	51% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	30.6%
Depression	30.0%
Mental Distress	25.4%
Physical Distress	18.7%
Short Sleep	39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.7%
Uninsured	12.3%
	43% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,090
Dentists	1:1,901
Mental Health	1:393
Checkup Rate	69.7%
Dental Visits	55.8%
Premature Death	10,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.2/10
Exercise Access	85.3%
Healthcare Facilities	1,838

Tupman has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.0 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	64.5°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	48°F (9°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	6.0 inches
	84% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	332 ft (101 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density	330/sq mi
Coordinates	35.2987°N, 119.3577°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County	Kern County County
County FIPS	06029

Tupman is located in Kern County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%

D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.9%
	59% below US avg
High School+	75.7%
Graduate Degree+	1.9%
School Test Score	4.69

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	330/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi
County	Kern County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	60.0%
Public Libraries	28
Healthcare Facilities	1,838
Restaurants	1,569
Retail Stores	2,004

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	197
FEMA Disaster Declarations	273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.1 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Tupman, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Tupman a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Tupman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Tupman vs U.S. Average

Income: Tupman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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