The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Alpine county is rated a 7. The average temperature during the month of June is 69.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 32.8℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 19% and the area covered by water is 0.61%. The overall influence score for Alpine is 9.
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Alpine County is located in the Sierra Nevada mountain range of California. It is the least populous county in the state with only 1,175 residents as of the 2018 census. The county has a total area of 738 square miles, most of which is occupied by mountain and forest land. The county seat is Markleeville, which is located at an elevation of 6,000 feet.
The population of Alpine County is largely white (90.3%) and is spread across several small towns, villages and unincorporated communities, including Markleeville, Woodfords, Bear Valley, Kit Carson and Kirkwood. Median household income in 2017 was $47,692. The median home value was $292,100 in 2017.
The climate of Alpine County is cool and dry, with most precipitation occurring in winter months. Summer temperatures typically range from 86-95 degrees F (30-35 degrees C), while winter temperatures range from 16-32 degrees F (-9 to 0 degrees C).
Alpine County has limited medical facilities and services due to its small population size. There are no hospitals nor any major retail or entertainment centers in the county. Access to public transportation is also very limited due to its rural location.
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