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West Goshen, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

West Goshen is a small town in California with a population of 691. Residents earn $110,750 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
691 Population 1,031/sq mi density
$110,750 Median Income $26,236 per capita
$1,170 Median Rent 13.4% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$110,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1,170/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,750
47% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,170
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population691
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density1,031/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,750
Per Capita$26,236
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$9,220M
Commute63 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,170
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units134
Rent Burden13.4%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured22.2%
Smoking15.4%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain10.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation263 ft (80 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+42.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 37%
Commute63 min
Broadband93.1%
Libraries7

Is West Goshen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Goshen receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. West Goshen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Goshen is $110,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places West Goshen among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 63 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

West Goshen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

West Goshen has a population of 691 with a density of 1,031 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (16.6%).

Population

691
Total Population
1,031
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.6%
Female 32.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Goshen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only15.3%
81% below US avg
Spanish84.7%
532% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Goshen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Goshen is $110,750, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 63 minutes.

Income: West Goshen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,750
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,236
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$58,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,457
County GDP$9,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare244
Retail303
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time62.9 min
Drive Alone48.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above US avg
Rent Burden13.4%

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-Occupied37.7%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,105
17% above US avg
In West Goshen, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Goshen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.3%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Uninsured22.2%
158% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,692
Dentists1:1,577
Mental Health1:400
Checkup Rate66.2%
Dental Visits50.9%
Premature Death8,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities244
West Goshen has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.3 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation263 ft (80 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,031/sq mi
Coordinates36.3492°N, 119.4574°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.4%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+42.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,031/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities244
Restaurants218
Retail Stores303

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute62.9 min
Drive Alone48.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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