Median Income
$123,750
65% higher than US avg
Home Value
$599,000
112% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
53.9%
60% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
57% lower than US avg
How Bardonia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,022
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density1,571/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Economy
A+
Median Income$123,750
Per Capita$56,727
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute26 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$599,000
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity25.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease4.0%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Education
A+
Bachelor's+53.9%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute26 min
EV Stations4
Libraries45
Is Bardonia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bardonia receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. 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. Bardonia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bardonia is $123,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Bardonia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bardonia is $599,000, making it a premium housing market at 112% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Bardonia is a highly educated community — 53.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bardonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Bardonia has a population of 4,022 with a density of 1,571 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.
Population
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 67.8% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Spanish | 32.2% |
| 140% above US avg |
The median household income in Bardonia is $123,750, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $123,750 |
| 65% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $56,727 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,814 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $188,224 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 37,722 |
| County GDP | $120,154M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,631 |
| Healthcare | 3,441 |
| Retail | 3,365 |
| Manufacturing | 485 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $20,623 |
| 489% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.44% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.8 min |
| Work from Home | 15.0% |
The median home value in Bardonia is $599,000, 112% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $599,000 |
| 112% above US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $943 |
| 19% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $20,623 |
| 489% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.44% |
In Bardonia, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bardonia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 25.0% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.4% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 3.7% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.0% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 13.5% |
| Physical Distress | 9.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 4,881/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,441 |
Crime Rates: Bardonia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
Safety Score
Bardonia has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 51.2 inches |
| 35% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 32.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,571/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1140°N, 73.9793°W |
| County FIPS | 36119 |