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Walnut Grove, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Walnut Grove is a small town in California with a population of 970. Residents earn $88,269 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
970 Population 95/sq mi density
$88,269 Median Income $44,065 per capita
$657,800 Home Value $539,901 Zillow
$1,380 Median Rent 35.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$88,269 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$657,800 home value, $1,380/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,269
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $657,800
133% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 51.9%
54% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,380
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population970
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,269
Per Capita$44,065
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$135,538M
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$657,800
Rent$1,380
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$539,901
Housing Units494
Rent Burden35.6%

Health

Obesity31.2%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking12.0%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation-7 ft (-2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.9%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute35 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries32

Is Walnut Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walnut Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Walnut Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walnut Grove is $88,269, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walnut Grove is $657,800, making it a premium housing market at 133% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,380 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Walnut Grove is a highly educated community — 51.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Walnut Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Walnut Grove has a population of 970 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.4%).

Population

970
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
10.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Walnut Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.9%
28% below US avg
Spanish43.1%
222% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Walnut Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walnut Grove is $88,269, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Walnut Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,269
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,065
Avg Weekly Wage$1,541
IRS Avg AGI$83,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)73,284
County GDP$135,538M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,301
Healthcare4,098
Retail3,717
Manufacturing761

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Walnut Grove is $657,800, 133% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,380 (19% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $539,901.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$657,800
133% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$539,901
Median List Price$431,975

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$431,975
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,380
19% above US avg
Rent Burden35.6%

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-Occupied52.9%
Housing Units494
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,181
77% above US avg
Effective Rate0.94%
In Walnut Grove, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Walnut Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.4%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.3%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.8%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.9%
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Walnut Grove has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 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) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-7 ft (-2 m)
Area10.2 sq mi (26.4 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates38.2506°N, 121.5350°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06067
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.7-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.4%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.9%
54% above US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area10.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries32
Healthcare Facilities4,098
Restaurants3,301
Retail Stores3,717

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)204

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.8%

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