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Zayante, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Zayante is a small town in California with a population of 366. Residents earn $164,234 per year, which is 119% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
366 Population 130/sq mi density
$164,234 Median Income $92,282 per capita
$713,100 Home Value
$2,255 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$164,234 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$713,100 home value, $2,255/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $164,234
119% higher than US avg
Home Value $713,100
153% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,255
94% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.0%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population366
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density130/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$164,234
Per Capita$92,282
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.0%
County GDP$21,092M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$713,100
Rent$2,255
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units292
Rent Burden13.1%

Health

Obesity24.6%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking10.0%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation729 ft (222 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 75%
Commute27 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries16

Is Zayante a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zayante 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, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Zayante stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zayante is $164,234, which is significantly higher than the national average — 119% above $75,149. This places Zayante among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zayante is $713,100, making it a premium housing market at 153% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,255 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Zayante enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Zayante has a population of 366 with a density of 130 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.1%).

Population

366
Total Population
130
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.7%
Female 68.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Zayante vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Zayante vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zayante is $164,234, which is 119% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Zayante vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$164,234
119% above US avg
Per Capita Income$92,282
Avg Weekly Wage$1,300
IRS Avg AGI$115,937

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.0%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)10,171
County GDP$21,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants734
Healthcare939
Retail822
Manufacturing281

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Zayante is $713,100, 153% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,255 (94% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$713,100
153% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,255
94% above US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

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-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units292
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Zayante, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 10.0% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.0%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity15.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Primary Care1:977
Dentists1:1,106
Mental Health1:102
Checkup Rate69.0%
Dental Visits72.1%
Premature Death5,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities939
Zayante has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation729 ft (222 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density130/sq mi
Coordinates37.0892°N, 122.0409°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 54.4-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.9%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density130/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities939
Restaurants734
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.4%

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