California
Weed is a small town in California with a population of 2,765. Residents earn $38,966 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Weed receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Weed has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Weed is $38,966, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Weed is $206,500, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 691 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,903 per 100,000, 48% above the national average.
12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Weed experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 81.7% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.3% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,966 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,136 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,033 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,273 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.4% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,836 |
| County GDP | $2,304M |
| Restaurants | 141 |
| Healthcare | 108 |
| Retail | 156 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,403 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.13% |
| Commute Time | 16.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
| Census Median | $206,500 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $300,850 |
| Census Median Rent | $841 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 47.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,403 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.13% |
| Obesity | 33.1% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.3% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.6% |
| Premature Death | 13,488/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 108 |
| Total Violent | 691.1/100K |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 103.7/100K |
| Robbery | 69.1/100K |
| Assault | 518.3/100K |
| Total Property | 2,902.6/100K |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 449.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,176.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 276.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disasters | 455 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.6 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,570 ft (1,088 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 574/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4121°N, 122.3810°W |
| County FIPS | 06093 |
Winner: Republican by 19.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 574/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 108 |
| Restaurants | 141 |
| Retail Stores | 156 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 455 |
| Avg Commute | 16.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |