The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 65042 sells for about $215,000, or $138 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $950 a month.
ZIP 65042 — California
The housing market in ZIP 65042 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Market activity is driven by local demand and the area's role as a bedroom community for Jefferson City. Figures are based on current local market reports and census data.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and local workers seeking an affordable, small-town lifestyle with a manageable commute to larger regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 9.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 65042, Moniteau County MO
Crime rates in the California, MO area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
The area is served by the California R-I School District, which maintains a stable reputation for providing foundational education in a rural setting.
The region is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near drainage basins.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, agriculture, and regional services, with steady but modest development activity centered around the city of California.
Property taxes are assessed by Moniteau County based on local millage rates that fund school districts, county operations, and special service districts.
Residents primarily commute by personal vehicle to employment hubs in Jefferson City, typically requiring a 25-30 minute drive.
Local amenities include city parks, community sports fields, and proximity to outdoor recreation areas in the surrounding Moniteau County countryside.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand from local workers, with few large-scale multi-family developments.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and public sector employment, with many residents commuting to Jefferson City for professional services.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with US Highway 50 serving as the primary corridor for regional travel.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing municipal infrastructure.
The Moniteau County Assessor's office conducts periodic property valuations for tax assessment purposes.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and county-level levies for emergency services and road maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather events, including wind and hail.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Features playgrounds, picnic areas, and walking paths.
Hosts annual community events and agricultural exhibitions.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.