Blythe, CA Economy


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Blythe, CA is a city located in Riverside County in California. Despite being quite rural, it has all the amenities of an urban center including local restaurants, entertainment venues, and more. The cost of living is quite low compared to other parts of California and the US as a whole, with 2 bedroom rent coming in at $1,340 versus $1,430 in the US. Grocery costs are also lower than average; the Grocery Cost Index for Blythe is 95 compared to 100 in the US. Notable companies based in Blythe include Granite Construction Company and MWD Enterprises. Residents also have access to top-notch healthcare provided by Palo Verde Hospital Medical Center.

Blythe has an unemployment rate of 7.7%. The US average is 6.0%.

Blythe has seen the job market decrease by -5.8% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 38.8%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Blythe
- The Sales Tax Rate for Blythe is 7.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Blythe is 9.3%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Blythe
- The average income of a Blythe resident is $16,296 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Blythe resident is $49,235 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Over 15 years ago

My husband and I lived in Blythe for 5 years...we left in 2003. We could only take 5 yrs. there. It is in southern CA...but don't be fooled....it is extremely  More

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Blythe has much to offer those looking for a good time in the sun, on the water or in the sand. With the Colorado River bordering Blythe's east limits and many off-raod  More

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Over 18 years ago

The town has only one Hospital and a very small group of Physicians that are privileged there. The hospital has had to close Surgery and OB due to a supposed boycott by  More

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