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Wilkerson, CA

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Wilkerson is a small town in California with a population of 598. Residents earn $92,212 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
598 Population 104/sq mi density
$92,212 Median Income $33,480 per capita
$319,600 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,212 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$319,600 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
43.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,212
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $319,600
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.1%
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,212
Per Capita$33,480
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$1,565M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$319,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units166
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity29.1%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking14.2%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain4.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,538 ft (1,383 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.1%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 58%
Commute17 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries7

Is Wilkerson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilkerson receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Wilkerson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilkerson is $92,212, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilkerson is $319,600, 13% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilkerson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 4.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Wilkerson has a population of 598 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.1%).

Population

598
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilkerson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilkerson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilkerson is $92,212, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Wilkerson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,212
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,480
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010
IRS Avg AGI$85,469

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)724
County GDP$1,565M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare35
Retail74
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilkerson is $319,600, 13% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$319,600
13% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.6%

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-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,611
117% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Wilkerson, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death4,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Wilkerson has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 4.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall4.8 inches
87% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,538 ft (1,383 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates37.2773°N, 118.3916°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 43.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.8%
D 58.1%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.1%
28% above US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants162
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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