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Washington, CA

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Washington is a small town in California with a population of 124.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
124 Population 65/sq mi density
$1,328 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,328
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population124
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,172
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$6,221M
Commute52 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,328
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units67
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking15.3%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain62.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation2,695 ft (821 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 54%
Commute52 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries7

Is Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washington receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Washington faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.8% 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

Renters pay a median of $1,328 per month.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Washington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Washington has a population of 124 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

124
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.7%
Female 32.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washington is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,172
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$96,141

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,494
County GDP$6,221M

Business (County)

Restaurants264
Healthcare350
Retail388
Manufacturing140

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,403
112% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone22.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home77.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,328 (14% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,328
14% above 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-Occupied55.3%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,403
112% above US avg
In Washington, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,380
Dentists1:1,162
Mental Health1:88
Checkup Rate68.5%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death7,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access80.4%
Healthcare Facilities350
Washington has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.4 inches
64% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,695 ft (821 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates39.3592°N, 120.7905°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.2-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.1%
D 54.4%

Winner: Democrat by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities350
Restaurants264
Retail Stores388

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone22.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home77.6%

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