Median Income
$89,583
19% higher than US avg
Home Value
$352,900
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,107
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How Central Valley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population686
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density325/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A+
Median Income$89,583
Per Capita$33,277
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$131M
Commute17 min
Housing
A
Home Value$352,900
Rent$1,107
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$434,117
Health
Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain7.8 in/yr
Elevation5,293 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute17 min
Is Central Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Central Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Central Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Central Valley is $89,583, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Central Valley is $352,900, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,107 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Central Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.8 inches, including 17.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Central Valley has a population of 686 with a density of 325 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).
Population
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Central Valley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Central Valley vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Central Valley is $89,583, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income: Central Valley vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $89,583 |
| 19% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,277 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $691 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,744 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 62 |
| County GDP | $131M |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,933 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.55% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.3 min |
| Work from Home | 19.6% |
The median home value in Central Valley is $352,900, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,107 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $434,117.
Home Values
| Census Median | $352,900 |
| 25% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $434,117 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,107 |
| 5% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,933 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.55% |
In Central Valley, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Central Valley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 29.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 2.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 11.8% |
Crime Rates: Central Valley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Central Valley has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 7.8 inches |
| 79% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 17.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,293 ft (1,613 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 325/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.6993°N, 112.0967°W |
| County FIPS | 49031 |