Day Valley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Day Valley is a small town in California with a population of 3,514. Residents earn $150,256 per year, which is 100% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,514 Population 190/sq mi density
$150,256 Median Income $62,813 per capita
$1,187,200 Home Value
$1,362 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$150,256 median income, 2.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$1,187,200 home value, $1,362/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $150,256
100% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,187,200
321% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.5%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,362
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,514
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density190/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A+
Median Income$150,256
Per Capita$62,813
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$438,483M
Commute28 min

Housing

C
Home Value$1,187,200
Rent$1,362
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain22.2 in/yr
Elevation963 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.5%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 68%
Commute28 min
Libraries49

Is Day Valley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Day Valley is $150,256, which is significantly higher than the national average — 100% above $75,149. This places Day Valley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Day Valley is $1,187,200, making it a premium housing market at 321% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,362 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Day Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Day Valley has a population of 3,514 with a density of 190 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

3,514
Total Population
190
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
18.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Day Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.8%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.2%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Day Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Day Valley is $150,256, which is 100% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Day Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$150,256
100% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,813
Avg Weekly Wage$3,789
IRS Avg AGI$213,141

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)83,418
County GDP$438,483M

Business (County)

Restaurants5,045
Healthcare6,193
Retail4,290
Manufacturing2,026

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$16,066
359% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Day Valley is $1,187,200, 321% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,362 (17% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,187,200
321% above US avg
Median List Price$1,362,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,362,000
$/Sq Ft$784
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.9%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,362
17% above US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

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-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$16,066
359% above US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Day Valley, 24.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 15.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Day Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity15.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death4,125/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access99.4%
Healthcare Facilities6,193

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)108

Safety Score

Day Valley has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.2 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation963 ft (294 m)
Area18.5 sq mi (47.9 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates37.0254°N, 121.8559°W
County FIPS06085
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 40-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.1%
D 68.1%

Winner: Democrat by 40 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.5%
44% above US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density190/sq mi
Total Area18.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries49
Healthcare Facilities6,193
Restaurants5,045
Retail Stores4,290

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)108

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home13.1%

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