Esparto, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Esparto is a small town in California with a population of 3,744. Residents earn $104,706 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,744 Population 814/sq mi density
$104,706 Median Income $32,460 per capita
$469,200 Home Value $452,468 Zillow
$1,439 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$104,706 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$469,200 home value, $1,439/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,706
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $469,200
66% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,439
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,744
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density814/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,706
Per Capita$32,460
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$14,592M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$469,200
Rent$1,439
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$452,468

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+86.1%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute29 min
EV Stations5
Libraries5

Is Esparto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esparto receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Esparto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Esparto is $104,706, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Esparto among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Esparto is $469,200, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,439 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Esparto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Esparto has a population of 3,744 with a density of 814 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 11.2% Black.

Population

3,744
Total Population
814
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Esparto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.5%
18% below US avg
Spanish35.5%
165% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Esparto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esparto is $104,706, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Esparto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,706
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,460
Avg Weekly Wage$1,363
IRS Avg AGI$128,075

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% 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 Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Esparto is $469,200, 66% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,439 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $452,468.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$469,200
66% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$452,468

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$246
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio93.1%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,439
24% 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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,079
188% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Esparto, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Esparto vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death5,210/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Esparto has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density814/sq mi
Coordinates38.6934°N, 122.0240°W
County FIPS06055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below 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+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score4.69
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density814/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities452
Restaurants445
Retail Stores492

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

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