El Verano, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

El Verano is a small town in California with a population of 3,154. Residents earn $119,527 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,154 Population 2,743/sq mi density
$119,527 Median Income $48,950 per capita
$870,100 Home Value
$2,430 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$119,527 median income, 6.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$870,100 home value, $2,430/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,527
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $870,100
209% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.7%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,430
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.0%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,154
Median Age44.4 yrs
Density2,743/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$119,527
Per Capita$48,950
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute34 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$870,100
Rent$2,430
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Elevation110 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.7%
High School+86.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute34 min
Libraries5

Is El Verano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Verano receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. El Verano offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Verano is $119,527, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places El Verano among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Verano is $870,100, making it a premium housing market at 209% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,430 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

El Verano enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

El Verano has a population of 3,154 with a density of 2,743 people per square mile. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

3,154
Total Population
2,743
People / sq mi
44.4yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

El Verano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.8%
18% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Verano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Verano is $119,527, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: El Verano vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,527
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% 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 Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

The median home value in El Verano is $870,100, 209% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,430 (109% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$870,100
209% above US avg
Median List Price$1,215,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,215,000
$/Sq Ft$493
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,430
109% above US avg

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-Occupied65.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In El Verano, 27.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Verano vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.0%
16% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate69.6%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities452

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

El Verano has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.4 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation110 ft (34 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density2,743/sq mi
Coordinates38.2975°N, 122.4915°W
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above 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+37.7%
12% above US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,743/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home20.0%

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