Colusa, CA
Full City Profile · California · Colusa County County
Colusa, CA
At a Glance
How Colusa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Colusa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Colusa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Colusa residents earn a median household income of $68,750 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,144. The unemployment rate stands at 9.7% (169% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,056 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Colusa is $357,400 , 27% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $365,135. Median rent is $1,130/month, with 33.9% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Colusa reports 457 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 609/100K.
Education
13.8% of adults in Colusa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 80.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Colusa has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.