Choose Country

Valley Springs, CA

California

Valley Springs is a small town in California with a population of 972. Residents earn $32,004 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
972 Population 1,157/sq mi density
$32,004 Median Income $14,362 per capita
$278,000 Home Value $467,273 Zillow
$1,159 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$32,004 median income, 7.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$278,000 home value, $1,159/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,004
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $278,000
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,159
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population972
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,157/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,004
Per Capita$14,362
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$2,074M
Commute17 min

Housing

D
Home Value$278,000
Rent$1,159
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$467,273
Housing Units1,358
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity29.0%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking13.9%
Depression25.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation648 ft (198 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute17 min
Broadband82.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries9

Is Valley Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Valley Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley Springs is $32,004, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley Springs is $278,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,159 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Valley Springs has a population of 972 with a density of 1,157 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%).

Population

972
Total Population
1,157
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.6%
Female 33.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valley Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley Springs is $32,004, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Valley Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,004
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$79,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below 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 Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley Springs is $278,000, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,159 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $467,273.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$278,000
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$467,273

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,159
0% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units1,358
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,385
54% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Valley Springs, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valley Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.8%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death7,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities90
Valley Springs has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.9 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) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.9 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation648 ft (198 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Coordinates38.1894°N, 120.8253°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.1-point margin. 82.8% 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+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.8%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants118
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Nearby Cities

Rancho Calaveras, CA 6,619 pop · 4.4 mi San Andreas, CA 2,884 pop · 8.3 mi Camanche Village, CA 2,233 pop · 10.2 mi Mokelumne Hill, CA 1,049 pop · 10.5 mi Jackson, CA 5,061 pop · 11.4 mi Ione, CA 5,306 pop · 13.7 mi Sutter Creek, CA 2,687 pop · 14.1 mi Angels, CA 3,721 pop · 17.0 mi Pine Grove, CA 3,310 pop · 17.4 mi Dogtown, CA 3,180 pop · 17.9 mi Lockeford, CA 3,902 pop · 18.1 mi Linden, CA 2,047 pop · 19.1 mi Red Corral, CA 1,263 pop · 19.4 mi Plymouth, CA 1,250 pop · 19.6 mi
Compare Valley Springs with another city: