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Yermo, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Yermo is a small town in California with a population of 846. Residents earn $56,414 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
846 Population 1,302/sq mi density
$56,414 Median Income $39,363 per capita
$623 Median Rent 13.0% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$56,414 median income, 30.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$623/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,414
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $623
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 30.6%
750% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population846
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,302/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,414
Per Capita$39,363
Unemployment30.6%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$137,914M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$623
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,206
Housing Units472
Rent Burden13.0%

Health

Obesity33.0%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking14.7%
Depression23.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain3.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,928 ft (588 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Broadband35.2%
EV Stations6
Libraries48

Is Yermo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yermo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Yermo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yermo is $56,414, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 30.6%, unemployment is notably high. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $623 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Yermo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 3.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Yermo has a population of 846 with a density of 1,302 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%).

Population

846
Total Population
1,302
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.9%
Female 31.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Yermo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.6%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.4%
67% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yermo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yermo is $56,414, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 30.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Yermo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,414
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,363
Avg Weekly Wage$1,199
IRS Avg AGI$67,148

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment30.6%
750% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)77,170
County GDP$137,914M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,197
Healthcare5,144
Retail5,298
Manufacturing1,765

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,047
73% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $623 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,206.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$142,206

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$623
46% below US avg
Rent Burden13.0%

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-Occupied37.3%
Housing Units472
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,047
73% above US avg
In Yermo, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,699
Dentists1:1,299
Mental Health1:322
Checkup Rate68.3%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death9,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities5,144
Yermo has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 90°F in July. Annual precipitation is 3.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 90°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average90°F (32°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall3.8 inches
90% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,928 ft (588 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,302/sq mi
Coordinates34.9067°N, 116.8233°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06071
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.1-point margin. 35.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.7%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,302/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.2%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries48
Healthcare Facilities5,144
Restaurants4,197
Retail Stores5,298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)419
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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