California · Metropolitan Area
Benicia is a small city in California with a population of 26,861. Residents earn $125,040 per year, which is 66% above the national average.
Based on current data, Benicia receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Benicia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Benicia is $125,040, which is significantly higher than the national average — 66% above $75,149. This places Benicia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Benicia is $778,600, making it a premium housing market at 176% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,234 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Benicia is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 94 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,743 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Benicia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 81.2% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $125,040 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $62,347 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,363 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $128,075 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% 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 | 1.29% |
| Commute Time | 30.9 min |
| Work from Home | 20.9% |
| Census Median | $778,600 |
| 176% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $773,439 |
| Median List Price | $854,500 |
| Median List Price | $854,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $426 |
| Homes Sold | 18 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.4% |
| Price Drops | 11.5% |
| Inventory | 52 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,234 |
| 92% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,586 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,079 |
| 188% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.29% |
| Obesity | 28.5% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.6% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,210/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 452 |
| Total Violent | 93.6/100K |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 14.4/100K |
| Robbery | 28.8/100K |
| Assault | 50.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,743.1/100K |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 522.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,019.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 201.7/100K |
| Arson | 28.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.6°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 21.5 inches |
| 43% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 395 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 12.8 sq mi (33.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,097/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0727°N, 122.1552°W |
| County FIPS | 06055 |
Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 45.5% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 2,097/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 11 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 452 |
| Restaurants | 445 |
| Retail Stores | 492 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 30.9 min |
| Work from Home | 20.9% |