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Walker, CA

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Walker is a small town in California with a population of 336. Residents earn $47,917 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
336 Population 28/sq mi density
$47,917 Median Income $41,854 per capita
$431,000 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$47,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$431,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,917
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $431,000
53% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.3%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.4%
234% higher than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age66.9 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,917
Per Capita$41,854
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty41.4%
County GDP$146M
Commute52 min

Housing

D
Home Value$431,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units238
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity31.6%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking13.8%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain6.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,378 ft (1,639 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.3%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 65%
Commute52 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries3

Is Walker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walker receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Walker has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walker is $47,917, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 41.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walker is $431,000, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Walker experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 6.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Walker has a population of 336 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 66.9 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

336
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
66.9yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
12.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Walker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Walker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walker is $47,917, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Walker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,917
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,854
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$84,553

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.4%
234% above US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$146M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare5
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Walker is $431,000, 53% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$431,000
53% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.3%

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-Occupied85.8%
Housing Units238
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
In Walker, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Mental Health1:285
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death27,650/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access77.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
Walker has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 6.2 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall6.2 inches
84% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,378 ft (1,639 m)
Area12.2 sq mi (31.5 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates38.5185°N, 119.4731°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32.9%
D 64.9%

Winner: Democrat by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.3%
19% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area12.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants9
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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