Weed, CA

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.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
2,765 Population 574/sq mi density
$38,966 Median Income $31,136 per capita
$206,500 Home Value $300,850 Zillow
$841 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
691 Violent Crime/100K 2,903 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$38,966 median income, 2.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$206,500 home value, $841/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
691 violent crimes/100K (82% above avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,966
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $206,500
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 691/100K
82% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $841
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,765
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density574/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,966
Per Capita$31,136
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$2,304M
Commute16 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$206,500
Rent$841
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,850

Crime

F
Violent691/100K
Property2,903/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault518/100K
Burglary449/100K

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation3,570 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+87.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute16 min
EV Stations6
Libraries9

Is Weed a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Weed has a population of 2,765 with a density of 574 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 8.3% Black.

Population

2,765
Total Population
574
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Weed vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.7%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.3%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Weed vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weed is $38,966, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Weed vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,966
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,136
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$60,273

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,836
County GDP$2,304M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare108
Retail156
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Weed is $206,500, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,850.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,500
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,850

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% below 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-Occupied47.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,403
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Weed, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death13,488/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities108
Weed has a violent crime rate of 691 per 100,000 residents, 82% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,903 per 100,000 (48% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent691.1/100K
82% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape103.7/100K
Robbery69.1/100K
Assault518.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,902.6/100K
48% above US avg
Burglary449.2/100K
Theft2,176.9/100K
Vehicle Theft276.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Weed has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,570 ft (1,088 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density574/sq mi
Coordinates41.4121°N, 122.3810°W
County FIPS06093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density574/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants141
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations455
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home7.5%

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