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Buena Vista, CA
Full City Profile · California · Amador County County
Buena Vista, CA
At a Glance
How Buena Vista Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buena Vista's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buena Vista residents earn a median household income of $88,664 , which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,767. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7% (86% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,348 business establishments, including 101 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buena Vista is $225,000 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $457,359. Median rent is $1,432/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1988.
Safety & Crime
Buena Vista reports 89 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 886/100K.
Education
25.4% of adults in Buena Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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. The area gets 326 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.