Warm Springs, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Warm Springs is a small town in California with a population of 1,502. Residents earn $75,114 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,502 Population 1,073/sq mi density
$75,114 Median Income $28,171 per capita
$321,400 Home Value
$1,661 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$75,114 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$321,400 home value, $1,661/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,114
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $321,400
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,661
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.3%
144% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,502
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,073/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 43%

Economy

C+
Median Income$75,114
Per Capita$28,171
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty30.3%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$321,400
Rent$1,661
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation1,395 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+73.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute39 min
Libraries67

Is Warm Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warm Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Warm Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warm Springs is $75,114, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 30.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warm Springs is $321,400, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,661 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Warm Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Warm Springs has a population of 1,502 with a density of 1,073 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 2.9% Asian.

Population

1,502
Total Population
1,073
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Warm Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.5%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.5%
262% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Warm Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warm Springs is $75,114, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Warm Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,114
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,171
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.3%
144% above US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Warm Springs is $321,400, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,661 (43% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$321,400
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,661
43% above US avg

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-Occupied60.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate3.14%
In Warm Springs, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

Crime Rates: Warm Springs vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Warm Springs has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,395 ft (425 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,073/sq mi
Coordinates33.7067°N, 117.3343°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+73.4%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,073/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Work from Home9.8%

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