Wheatland, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Wheatland is a small town in California with a population of 3,790. Residents earn $81,827 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,790 Population 467/sq mi density
$81,827 Median Income $44,529 per capita
$387,300 Home Value $449,915 Zillow
$1,210 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
114 Violent Crime/100K 1,420 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$81,827 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$387,300 home value, $1,210/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
114 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,827
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $387,300
37% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 114/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,210
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,790
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density467/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,827
Per Capita$44,529
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$4,508M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$387,300
Rent$1,210
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$449,915

Crime

F
Violent114/100K
Property1,420/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault85/100K
Burglary256/100K

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute32 min
Libraries1

Is Wheatland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wheatland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Wheatland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wheatland is $81,827, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wheatland is $387,300, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,210 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Wheatland is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,420 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wheatland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Wheatland has a population of 3,790 with a density of 467 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

3,790
Total Population
467
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wheatland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wheatland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wheatland is $81,827, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Wheatland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,827
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,529
Avg Weekly Wage$1,287
IRS Avg AGI$62,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,146
County GDP$4,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants95
Healthcare86
Retail134
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wheatland is $387,300, 37% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,210 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $449,915.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$387,300
37% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$449,915
Median List Price$518,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$518,999
$/Sq Ft$236
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.5%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,210
4% above 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-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,709
35% above US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Wheatland, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death9,988/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities86
Wheatland has a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,420 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent113.6/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery28.4/100K
Assault85.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,420.1/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary255.6/100K
Theft1,136.0/100K
Vehicle Theft28.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wheatland has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area8.1 sq mi (21.0 km²)
Population Density467/sq mi
Coordinates39.0312°N, 121.3900°W
County FIPS06115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+91.4%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density467/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants95
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home11.0%

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