French Valley, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

French Valley is a mid-size city in California with a population of 42,550. Residents earn $132,605 per year, which is 76% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
42,550 Population 3,914/sq mi density
$132,605 Median Income $41,363 per capita
$637,800 Home Value
$3,016 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$132,605 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$637,800 home value, $3,016/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,605
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $637,800
126% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,016
159% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population42,550
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density3,914/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,605
Per Capita$41,363
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$351,753M
Commute41 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$637,800
Rent$3,016
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation1,371 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+93.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute41 min
Libraries67

Is French Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, French Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. French 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 French Valley is $132,605, which is significantly higher than the national average — 76% above $75,149. This places French Valley among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in French Valley is $637,800, making it a premium housing market at 126% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,016 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

French Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

French Valley has a population of 42,550 with a density of 3,914 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.6%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 9.8% Black.

Population

42,550
Total Population
3,914
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
10.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

French Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.0%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.0%
64% above US avg

Social Characteristics

French Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in French Valley is $132,605, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: French Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,605
76% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,363
Avg Weekly Wage$1,565
IRS Avg AGI$116,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)148,394
County GDP$351,753M

Business (County)

Restaurants8,853
Healthcare13,951
Retail9,811
Manufacturing4,357

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in French Valley is $637,800, 126% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,016 (159% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$637,800
126% above US avg
Median List Price$698,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$698,990
$/Sq Ft$263
Homes Sold36
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops24.3%
Inventory111

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,016
159% 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-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,097
188% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In French Valley, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death5,325/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities13,951

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

French Valley has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)
Area10.9 sq mi (28.2 km²)
Population Density3,914/sq mi
Coordinates33.5995°N, 117.1065°W
County FIPS06059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 49.7%

Winner: Democrat by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,914/sq mi
Total Area10.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries67
Healthcare Facilities13,951
Restaurants8,853
Retail Stores9,811

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)238
FEMA Disaster Declarations364

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Work from Home15.3%

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