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Buena Vista, CA

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Buena Vista is a small town in California with a population of 624. Residents earn $88,664 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
624 Population 369/sq mi density
$88,664 Median Income $37,767 per capita
$225,000 Home Value
$1,432 Median Rent 30.9% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$88,664 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $1,432/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,664
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,432
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population624
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,664
Per Capita$37,767
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$2,112M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$1,432
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units246
Rent Burden30.9%

Health

Obesity28.9%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking12.4%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation370 ft (113 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries5

Is Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buena Vista receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Buena Vista stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buena Vista is $88,664, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buena Vista is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,432 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Buena Vista enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Buena Vista has a population of 624 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%).

Population

624
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.8%
Female 62.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Buena Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.9%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.1%
50% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Buena Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buena Vista is $88,664, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Buena Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,664
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,767
Avg Weekly Wage$1,127
IRS Avg AGI$79,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,348
County GDP$2,112M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare107
Retail126
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Buena Vista is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,432 (23% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Median List Price$629,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$629,000
$/Sq Ft$656
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,432
23% above US avg
Rent Burden30.9%

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-Occupied67.4%
Housing Units246
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,981
42% above US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Buena Vista, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Buena Vista vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,172
Dentists1:1,593
Mental Health1:329
Checkup Rate68.3%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death7,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities107
Buena Vista has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.9 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.9 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation370 ft (113 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates38.2975°N, 120.9174°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 34.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants101
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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