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Bloomfield, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Bloomfield is a small town in California with a population of 294. Residents earn $135,750 per year, which is 81% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
294 Population 36/sq mi density
$135,750 Median Income $73,199 per capita
$1,243,400 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$135,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$1,243,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $135,750
81% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,243,400
341% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.0%
69% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.8%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population294
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$135,750
Per Capita$73,199
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$39,448M
Commute43 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,243,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity24.8%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking9.6%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.0%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+29.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 71%
Commute43 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries16

Is Bloomfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Bloomfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomfield is $135,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 81% above $75,149. This places Bloomfield among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloomfield is $1,243,400, making it a premium housing market at 341% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Bloomfield is a highly educated community — 57.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bloomfield 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. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bloomfield has a population of 294 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

294
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
8.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloomfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomfield is $135,750, which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Bloomfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$135,750
81% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,199
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$104,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,652
County GDP$39,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,311
Healthcare1,623
Retail1,675
Manufacturing922

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.1 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomfield is $1,243,400, 341% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,243,400
341% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

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-Occupied86.0%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Rate0.68%
In Bloomfield, 24.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.6% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.8%
23% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:984
Dentists1:1,020
Mental Health1:171
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits71.2%
Premature Death5,997/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Bloomfield has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area8.1 sq mi (21.1 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates38.3221°N, 122.8345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 57.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 46.2-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 25.2%
D 71.4%

Winner: Democrat by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.0%
69% above US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+29.1%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area8.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Restaurants1,311
Retail Stores1,675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.1 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.1%

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