California · Metropolitan Area
American Canyon is a small city in California with a population of 21,698. Residents earn $123,935 per year, which is 65% above the national average.
Based on current data, American Canyon receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. American Canyon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in American Canyon is $123,935, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places American Canyon among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in American Canyon is $660,100, making it a premium housing market at 134% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,399 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in American Canyon is below the national average at 270 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,787 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.
32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
American Canyon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 56.8% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 43.2% |
| 222% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $123,935 |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,301 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,363 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $128,075 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,535 |
| County GDP | $14,592M |
| Restaurants | 445 |
| Healthcare | 452 |
| Retail | 492 |
| Manufacturing | 522 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,079 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.53% |
| Commute Time | 31.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
| Census Median | $660,100 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $736,678 |
| Median List Price | $682,499 |
| Median List Price | $682,499 |
| $/Sq Ft | $354 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 18 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,399 |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,145 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,079 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.53% |
| Obesity | 24.9% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.4% |
| Depression | 18.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,210/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 452 |
| Total Violent | 269.9/100K |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 9.8/100K |
| Robbery | 78.5/100K |
| Assault | 181.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,787.2/100K |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 480.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,154.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 152.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.2 inches |
| 47% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 71 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,569/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.1790°N, 122.2596°W |
| County FIPS | 06055 |
Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.7% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 3,569/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 18 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 18 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 452 |
| Restaurants | 445 |
| Retail Stores | 492 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 31.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |