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Wawona, CA

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Wawona is a small town in California with a population of 127. Residents earn $70,320 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
127 Population 118/sq mi density
$70,320 Median Income $53,131 per capita
$739,600 Home Value
$1,140 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,320 median income, 4.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$739,600 home value, $1,140/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,320
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $739,600
162% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.2%
40% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,140
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age67.2 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,320
Per Capita$53,131
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,036M
Commute23 min

Housing

F
Home Value$739,600
Rent$1,140
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units332
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity30.9%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation4,117 ft (1,255 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.2%
High School+77.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband85.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Wawona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wawona receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wawona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wawona is $70,320, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wawona is $739,600, making it a premium housing market at 162% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,140 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 77.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wawona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Wawona has a population of 127 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 67.2 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

127
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
67.2yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wawona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wawona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wawona is $70,320, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Wawona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,320
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,131
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$66,082

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)643
County GDP$1,036M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare37
Retail38
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wawona is $739,600, 162% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,140 (2% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$739,600
162% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,140
2% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

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-Occupied27.1%
Housing Units332
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,157
19% above US avg
Effective Rate0.56%
In Wawona, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate68.6%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death9,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities37
Wawona has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,117 ft (1,255 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates37.5447°N, 119.6387°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 47.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.1-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.2%
40% above US avg
High School+77.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants53
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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