Allendale, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Allendale is a small town in California with a population of 1,915. Residents earn $110,284 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,915 Population 312/sq mi density
$110,284 Median Income $56,685 per capita
$1,001,500 Home Value
$3,086 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$110,284 median income, 2.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$1,001,500 home value, $3,086/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,284
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,001,500
255% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,086
165% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

How Allendale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,915
Median Age50.9 yrs
Density312/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,284
Per Capita$56,685
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$37,695M
Commute27 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,001,500
Rent$3,086
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Elevation208 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+90.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 60%
Commute27 min
Libraries11

Is Allendale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allendale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Allendale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allendale is $110,284, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Allendale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allendale is $1,001,500, making it a premium housing market at 255% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,086 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Allendale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Allendale has a population of 1,915 with a density of 312 people per square mile. The median age is 50.9 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.9%), with 4% Hispanic, 5.6% Black.

Population

1,915
Total Population
312
People / sq mi
50.9yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Allendale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Allendale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allendale is $110,284, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Allendale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,284
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,685
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$85,306

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,772
County GDP$37,695M

Business (County)

Restaurants844
Healthcare1,087
Retail1,013
Manufacturing258

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,418
83% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Allendale is $1,001,500, 255% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,086 (165% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,001,500
255% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,086
165% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,418
83% above US avg
Effective Rate0.64%
In Allendale, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Allendale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death7,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access97.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,087

Crime Rates: Allendale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)66
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Allendale has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation208 ft (63 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density312/sq mi
Coordinates38.4430°N, 121.9833°W
County FIPS06095
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.1%
D 60.1%

Winner: Democrat by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density312/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,087
Restaurants844
Retail Stores1,013

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)66
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home8.8%

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