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Weitchpec, CA

California · Del Norte County

Weitchpec is a small town in California with a population of 87. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
87 Population 23/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $15,992 per capita
$216,700 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$216,700 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,700
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 56.3%
354% higher than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 20%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$15,992
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty56.3%
County GDP$1,088M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$216,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units36
Rent Burden32.4%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking20.2%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute21 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries2

Is Weitchpec a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weitchpec receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Weitchpec offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weitchpec is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 56.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weitchpec is $216,700, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.5% 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

Weitchpec enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Weitchpec has a population of 87 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (80.5%), with 19.5% White.

Population

87
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Weitchpec vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.3%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.7%
256% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Weitchpec vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weitchpec is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 56.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Weitchpec vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,992
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$57,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate56.3%
354% above US avg
Establishments (County)845
County GDP$1,088M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare67
Retail59
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone67.5%
Public Transit10.0%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Weitchpec is $216,700, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,700
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.4%

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-Occupied55.2%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,167
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Weitchpec, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,653
Dentists1:1,177
Mental Health1:198
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death11,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access84.9%
Healthcare Facilities67
Weitchpec has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates41.1946°N, 123.6888°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
CountyDel Norte County County
County FIPS06015
Weitchpec is located in Del Norte County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 40.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi
CountyDel Norte County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants63
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone67.5%
Public Transit10.0%
Work from Home15.0%

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