Calistoga, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Calistoga is a small city in California with a population of 5,159. Residents earn $84,892 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,159 Population 2,000/sq mi density
$84,892 Median Income $60,684 per capita
$702,700 Home Value $1,051,792 Zillow
$1,798 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
57 Violent Crime/100K 1,383 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$84,892 median income, 1.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$702,700 home value, $1,798/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
57 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,892
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $702,700
149% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 57/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.8%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,798
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,159
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density2,000/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,892
Per Capita$60,684
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute24 min

Housing

D
Home Value$702,700
Rent$1,798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,051,792

Crime

F
Violent57/100K
Property1,383/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault57/100K
Burglary436/100K

Health

Obesity29.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation361 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.8%
High School+75.3%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute24 min
EV Stations23
Libraries5

Is Calistoga a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calistoga is $84,892, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calistoga is $702,700, making it a premium housing market at 149% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,798 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Calistoga is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 57 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,383 per 100,000, 29% below the national average.

Education

29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Calistoga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Calistoga has a population of 5,159 with a density of 2,000 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.5%).

Population

5,159
Total Population
2,000
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Calistoga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.0%
22% below US avg
Spanish39.0%
191% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Calistoga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calistoga is $84,892, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Calistoga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,892
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,684
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,535
County GDP$14,592M

Business (County)

Restaurants445
Healthcare452
Retail492
Manufacturing522

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Calistoga is $702,700, 149% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,798 (55% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,051,792.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$702,700
149% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,051,792
Median List Price$3,075,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$3,075,000
$/Sq Ft$582
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio93.1%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,798
55% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$3,138

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-Occupied59.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Calistoga, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate69.5%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452
Calistoga has a violent crime rate of 57 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,383 per 100,000 (29% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Calistoga vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent56.9/100K
85% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault56.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,383.4/100K
29% below US avg
Burglary435.9/100K
Theft852.8/100K
Vehicle Theft94.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Calistoga has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density2,000/sq mi
Coordinates38.5814°N, 122.5827°W
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.1%
D 65.9%

Winner: Democrat by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.8%
12% below US avg
High School+75.3%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,000/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations23
Alt Fuel Stations23
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home5.7%

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