Median Income
$66,852
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$164,400
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How Arcadia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,696
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density3,084/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,852
Per Capita$28,713
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$31,641M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$164,400
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,828
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation856 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+92.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute27 min
Libraries9
Is Arcadia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Arcadia receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Arcadia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Arcadia is $66,852, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 6.6% 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 Arcadia is $164,400, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Arcadia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Arcadia has a population of 1,696 with a density of 3,084 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.2% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.8% |
| 18% above US avg |
The median household income in Arcadia is $66,852, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,852 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,713 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,438 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $148,265 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 12,788 |
| County GDP | $31,641M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 804 |
| Healthcare | 1,310 |
| Retail | 910 |
| Manufacturing | 194 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,284 |
| 80% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
The median home value in Arcadia is $164,400, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,828.
Home Values
| Census Median | $164,400 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $298,828 |
| Median List Price | $224,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $224,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $150 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.6% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $960 |
| 17% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,284 |
| 80% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.82% |
In Arcadia, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Arcadia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.7% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.0% |
| Premature Death | 4,761/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,310 |
Crime Rates: Arcadia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
Safety Score
Arcadia has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.4 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 856 ft (261 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,084/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1742°N, 86.0210°W |
| County FIPS | 18057 |