Home Value $2,000,001

609% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 66.4%

97% higher than US avg

Median Rent $3,500

201% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 20.5%

36% lower than US avg

Unemployment 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.2%

66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population866

Median Age45.4 yrs

Density6,662/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 78%

Veterans2.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$118,893

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty4.2%

County GDP$217,018M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$2,000,001

Rent$3,500

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units308

Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity20.5%

Uninsured4.1%

Smoking7.7%

Depression23.5%

Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain44.4 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation19 ft (6 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+66.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+41.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%

Commute16 min

Broadband96.9%

Libraries34

Is Alto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alto receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Alto stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alto is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

Alto is a highly educated community — 66.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Alto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Alto has a population of 866 with a density of 6,662 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.8%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

866

Total Population

6,662

People / sq mi

45.4yrs

Median Age

17% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%

Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Alto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alto is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Alto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$118,893
Avg Weekly Wage	$3,778
IRS Avg AGI	$232,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% above US avg
Poverty Rate	4.2%
	66% below US avg
Establishments (County)	31,186
County GDP	$217,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants	2,143
Healthcare	2,617
Retail	1,916
Manufacturing	487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$17,586
	402% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.2 min
Drive Alone	90.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Alto is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,500 (201% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$2,000,001
	609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$3,500
	201% above US avg
Rent Burden	26.6%

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-Occupied	45.7%
Housing Units	308
Median Year Built	1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$17,586
	402% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.88%

In Alto, 20.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.1% of residents lack health insurance. 7.7% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 14.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	20.5%
	36% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
Heart Disease	4.1%
High Blood Pressure	24.4%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	3.7%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.7%
	45% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.6%
Physical Inactivity	14.2%
Depression	23.5%
Mental Distress	16.0%
Physical Distress	9.9%
Short Sleep	31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	4.1%
	52% below US avg
Checkup Rate	69.7%
Dental Visits	73.2%
Premature Death	4,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.6/10
Exercise Access	99.5%
Healthcare Facilities	2,617

Alto has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	59.3°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	49°F (10°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.4 inches
	17% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	19 ft (6 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	6,662/sq mi
Coordinates	37.9056°N, 122.5187°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06081

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 66.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.3-point margin. 96.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.2%

D 73.5%

Winner: Democrat by 50.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	66.4%
	97% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	41.0%
School Test Score	4.69

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	6,662/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.9%
Public Libraries	34
Healthcare Facilities	2,617
Restaurants	2,143
Retail Stores	1,916

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	43

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.2 min
Drive Alone	90.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.0%

Alto, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Alto a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Alto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Alto vs U.S. Average

Income: Alto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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