California · Metropolitan Area
Dixon is a small city in California with a population of 19,158. Residents earn $98,798 per year, which is 31% above the national average.
Based on current data, Dixon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Dixon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Dixon is $98,798, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Dixon among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Dixon is $575,600, making it a premium housing market at 104% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,728 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Dixon is below the national average at 277 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,240 per 100,000, near the national average.
24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Dixon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 67.4% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 32.6% |
| 143% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $98,798 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,163 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,373 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,306 |
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,772 |
| County GDP | $37,695M |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Healthcare | 1,087 |
| Retail | 1,013 |
| Manufacturing | 258 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.12% |
| Commute Time | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
| Census Median | $575,600 |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $606,036 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $315 |
| Homes Sold | 22 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.5% |
| Price Drops | 26.7% |
| Inventory | 45 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,728 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,721 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,418 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.12% |
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,385/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Total Violent | 277.4/100K |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 47.1/100K |
| Robbery | 109.9/100K |
| Assault | 120.4/100K |
| Total Property | 2,240.5/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 314.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,664.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 261.7/100K |
| Arson | 10.5/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.6 inches |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 63 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,698/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4475°N, 121.8242°W |
| County FIPS | 06095 |
Winner: Democrat by 23 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.3% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,698/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 13 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,087 |
| Restaurants | 844 |
| Retail Stores | 1,013 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 66 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 25.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |