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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 91.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 8.5% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $110,284 |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $56,685 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,373 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,306 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,772 |
| County GDP | $37,695M |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Healthcare | 1,087 |
| Retail | 1,013 |
| Manufacturing | 258 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.64% |
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
| Census Median | $1,001,500 |
| 255% above US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $3,086 |
| 165% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.64% |
| Obesity | 30.0% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,385/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.6 inches |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 208 ft (63 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 312/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4430°N, 121.9833°W |
| County FIPS | 06095 |
Winner: Democrat by 23 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.5% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 312/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Retail Stores | 1,013 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |