Ferndale, CA
Full City Profile · California · Humboldt County County
Ferndale, CA
At a Glance
How Ferndale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ferndale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ferndale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ferndale residents earn a median household income of $62,090 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,877. The unemployment rate stands at 11.0% (206% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,685 business establishments, including 393 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ferndale is $496,000 , 76% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $498,218. Median rent is $1,150/month, with 35.4% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Ferndale reports 361 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 794/100K.
Education
26.4% of adults in Ferndale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ferndale has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.