Los Banos

CA

Merced County, California

Population 290K |Median income $65,510 |2 hospitals

Population
290,201
Merced County
Median Income
$65,510
-4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$391,800
+72% vs avg
Median Age
31.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
290K+12%
Median Income
$65,510+54%
Median Home Value
$391,800+168%
Poverty Rate
19.1%-25%
Unemployment
10.5%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,343/mo
Poverty Rate
19.1% +35% vs avg
Unemployment 10.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 15.3%
Work From Home 6.6%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 31.5%
Asian 7.2%
African American 2.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
38.7%
Obesity
33.8%
Physical Inactivity
33.2%
High Blood Pressure
31.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
19%
Lack of Health Insurance
18.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
16%
Binge Drinking
16%
Current Smoking
14.1%
Diabetes
13%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 68.9%
Dental Visit 49.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.1%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER
MERCED · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Los Banos Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Los Banos, CA? ▼
Los Banos, CA has a population of 290,201 people, located in Merced County, California.
What is the median household income in Los Banos? ▼
The median household income in Los Banos, CA is $65,510 per year. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
What is the median home value in Los Banos? ▼
The median home value in Los Banos, CA is $391,800. Median rent is $1,343/month.
What are the top health concerns in Los Banos? ▼
The top health indicators in Los Banos include Short Sleep Duration (38.7%), Obesity (33.8%), Physical Inactivity (33.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Los Banos? ▼
Los Banos has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Los Banos? ▼
The median age in Los Banos, CA is 31.8 years. 15.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Los Banos, CA is located in Merced County, California. With a population of 290K and a median household income of $65,510, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Los Banos area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Merced County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.