Independence, California
Quick Statistics
Independence is a community in Inyo County, California, home to about 730 people spread across 4.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $42,292 a year, and a typical home is worth about $295,900. About 36.0% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 9 percent over the past decade.
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Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, Independence ranks number 1,146 of 1,570 in population, number 913 in median household income, number 1,144 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Independence typically top out near 115°F in July, while January nights average about 42°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lone Pine, CA | 19.0 mi. | 1,439 |
| 2. | Big Pine, CA | 23.7 mi. | 1,615 |
| 3. | Keeler, CA | 30.1 mi. | 28 |
| 4. | Wilkerson, CA | 32.5 mi. | 518 |
| 5. | Silver City, CA | 35.1 mi. | 0 |
| 6. | Cartago, CA | 37.6 mi. | 49 |
| 7. | Bishop, CA | 38.5 mi. | 3,778 |
| 8. | West Bishop, CA | 39.6 mi. | 2,551 |
What is the population of Independence, California?
Independence has a population of about 730 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Independence, California in?
Independence is located in Inyo County, California.
What is the median home value in Independence, California?
The median home value in Independence is about $295,900, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Independence, California?
The median personal income in Independence is about $42,292 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Independence, California?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Inyo County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Independence, California?
Typical July highs run about 115 degrees and January lows about 42 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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