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Bodega, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Bodega is a small town in California with a population of 335. Residents earn $131,613 per year, which is 75% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
335 Population 116/sq mi density
$131,613 Median Income $29,815 per capita
$821,200 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$131,613 median income, 22.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$821,200 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $131,613
75% higher than US avg
Home Value $821,200
191% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 22.1%
514% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$131,613
Per Capita$29,815
Unemployment22.1%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$39,448M
Commute22 min

Housing

B
Home Value$821,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity24.4%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking9.9%
Depression25.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain53.8 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation106 ft (32 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 71%
Commute22 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries16

Is Bodega a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bodega receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bodega has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bodega is $131,613, which is significantly higher than the national average — 75% above $75,149. This places Bodega among higher-income communities. At 22.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bodega is $821,200, making it a premium housing market at 191% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Bodega enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Bodega has a population of 335 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49%), with 28.4% Hispanic.

Population

335
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bodega vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bodega vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bodega is $131,613, which is 75% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Bodega vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$131,613
75% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,815
Avg Weekly Wage$1,373
IRS Avg AGI$104,542

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.1%
514% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
32% above 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 Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone21.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bodega is $821,200, 191% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$821,200
191% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,415
140% above US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Bodega, 24.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 9.9% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.9%
29% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity16.0%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:984
Dentists1:1,020
Mental Health1:171
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits69.6%
Premature Death5,997/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Bodega has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.8 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.8 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation106 ft (32 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates38.3488°N, 122.9712°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06097
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 46.2-point margin. 62.0% 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+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities1,623
Restaurants1,311
Retail Stores1,675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone21.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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