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Tuttletown, CA

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Tuttletown is a small town in California with a population of 835. Residents earn $82,292 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
835 Population 114/sq mi density
$82,292 Median Income $26,247 per capita
$434,100 Home Value
$1,686 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$82,292 median income, 6.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$434,100 home value, $1,686/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,292
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $434,100
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,686
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.5%
106% higher than US avg

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

People

Population835
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,292
Per Capita$26,247
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty25.5%
County GDP$2,074M
Commute31 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$434,100
Rent$1,686
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units292
Rent Burden19.3%

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.9%
Depression27.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Broadband72.5%
Libraries9

Is Tuttletown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuttletown receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Tuttletown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tuttletown is $82,292, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tuttletown is $434,100, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,686 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tuttletown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Tuttletown has a population of 835 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

835
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
7.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tuttletown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tuttletown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuttletown is $82,292, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Tuttletown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,292
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,247
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$79,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.5%
106% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,514
County GDP$2,074M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare90
Retail136
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tuttletown is $434,100, 54% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,686 (45% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$434,100
54% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,686
45% above US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

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-Occupied64.3%
Housing Units292
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Tuttletown, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,568
Dentists1:2,024
Mental Health1:431
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death7,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities90
Tuttletown has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.8 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Area7.4 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates38.0104°N, 120.4412°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.1-point margin. 72.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.8%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 28.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score4.69
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area7.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants118
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone96.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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